March weather forecastMaquoketa, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Maquoketa, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).Temperature
Maquoketa's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is observed in Maquoketa.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Maquoketa is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Maquoketa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Maquoketa, Iowa. In Maquoketa, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Maquoketa, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.Daylight
In Maquoketa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Maquoketa, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Maquoketa is 6.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Maquoketa is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.8°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 (13.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").
Average rainfall days in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Maquoketa, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Maquoketa, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
