Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As Mason City steps into March, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) of February to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). In March, Mason City's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Mason City is 80%.Rainfall
In March, in Mason City, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mason City, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mason City. In Mason City, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Mason City, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Mason City is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Mason City, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Mason City, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
Is March cold in Mason City?
What is the average humidity in March in Mason City?
How many days does it rain in March in Mason City?
How much does it snow in Mason City in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Mason City?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mason City?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Mason City?
How long on average sun shines in March in Mason City?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Mason City?
Average temperature in March
Mason City, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Mason City, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Mason City, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Mason City, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Mason City, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Mason City, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Mason City, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Mason City, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mason City, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mason City, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Mason City, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
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).
Average cloud cover in March
Mason City, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Mason City, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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