March weather forecast
Madrid, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Madrid, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

As Madrid, Iowa, steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) of February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Madrid dips to a mean of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madrid, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.8 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Madrid. In Madrid, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Madrid, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Madrid, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 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 in Madrid is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Madrid is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Madrid?

March temperatures in Madrid, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Madrid?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Madrid?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Madrid in March?

In Madrid, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Madrid?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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 Madrid?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Madrid?

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

Average temperature in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Madrid, IA

Average pressure in March - Madrid, 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
Madrid, IA

Average wind speed in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Madrid, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Madrid, IA

Average rainfall in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Madrid, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Madrid, IA

Average snowfall in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Madrid, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Madrid, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madrid, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Madrid, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Madrid, IA

Average UV index in March - Madrid, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Madrid, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Madrid, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Madrid, IA

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

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

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