March weather forecast
Maxwell, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Maxwell, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is noticeable in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). March in Maxwell sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Maxwell is 76%.

Rainfall

In Maxwell, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maxwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maxwell, Iowa, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maxwell, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Maxwell, Iowa, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 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 Maxwell, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Maxwell is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Maxwell in March?

During March, Maxwell experiences an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Maxwell?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Maxwell?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Maxwell, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Maxwell, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxwell have in March?

In Maxwell, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Maxwell?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Maxwell, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Maxwell, IA

Average temperature in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Maxwell, IA

Average pressure in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Maxwell, IA

Average wind speed in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

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 (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Maxwell, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Maxwell, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Maxwell, IA

Average snowfall in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Maxwell, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Maxwell, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Maxwell, 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: 5h and 5min

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
Maxwell, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Maxwell, IA

Average UV index in March - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Maxwell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Maxwell, IA

Average visibility in March - Maxwell, 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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