March weather forecast
Lester, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lester, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The changeover to March signals a significant increase in the average high-temperature, rising from a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout March, Lester witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lester, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lester, Iowa, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lester, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lester, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lester, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Lester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lester in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lester, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lester?

In March, the average relative humidity in Lester is 77%.

How much does it rain in Lester in March?

In Lester, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lester?

In Lester, Iowa, in March, during 7.1 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lester?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lester?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Lester?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lester is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lester?

In Lester, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lester, IA

Average temperature in March - Lester, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lester, IA

Average pressure in March - Lester, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Lester, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lester, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lester, IA

Average humidity in March - Lester, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lester, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lester, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lester, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lester, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 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
Lester, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lester, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lester, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Lester, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Lester, IA

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

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

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