March weather forecast
Knierim, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Knierim, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases considerably from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). The low-temperature in Knierim averages to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Knierim, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Knierim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.6 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Knierim, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Knierim, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Knierim is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Knierim is 5.8h.

UV index

In Knierim, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Knierim in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Knierim?

The average relative humidity in March in Knierim, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Knierim in March?

In March, in Knierim, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Knierim?

In March, in Knierim, Iowa, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Knierim have in March?

In March, the average day length in Knierim is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Knierim?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Knierim?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Knierim, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Knierim?

The average sunshine duration in March in Knierim, Iowa, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Knierim?

In Knierim, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Knierim, IA

Average temperature in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Knierim, IA

Average pressure in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Knierim, IA

Average wind speed in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Knierim, IA

Average humidity in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Knierim, IA

Average rainfall in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Knierim, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Knierim, IA

Average snowfall in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Knierim, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Knierim, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Knierim, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Knierim, IA

Average UV index in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Knierim, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Knierim, IA

Average visibility in March - Knierim, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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