March weather forecast
La Porte City, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in La Porte City, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in La Porte City, Iowa, is 77%.

Rainfall

In La Porte City, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In La Porte City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In La Porte City, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In La Porte City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, in La Porte City, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:33 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In La Porte City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in La Porte City in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in La Porte City, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in La Porte City?

In La Porte City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in La Porte City?

In March, in La Porte City, Iowa, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in La Porte City in March?

In La Porte City, in March, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in La Porte City?

The average day length in March in La Porte City is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in La Porte City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in La Porte City, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in La Porte City?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in La Porte City, 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 La Porte City?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in La Porte City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in La Porte City, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
La Porte City, IA

Average temperature in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
La Porte City, IA

Average pressure in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
La Porte City, IA

Average wind speed in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
La Porte City, IA

Average humidity in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
La Porte City, IA

Average rainfall in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
La Porte City, IA

Average rainfall days in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
La Porte City, IA

Average snowfall in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
La Porte City, IA

Average snowfall days in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
La Porte City, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - La Porte City, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
La Porte City, IA

Average sunshine days in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
La Porte City, IA

Average UV index in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
La Porte City, IA

Average cloud cover in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
La Porte City, IA

Average visibility in March - La Porte City, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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