March weather forecast
Mechanicsville, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Mechanicsville, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) marks the month of March in Mechanicsville, Iowa.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mechanicsville, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mechanicsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mechanicsville. In March, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mechanicsville, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 18.35" (466mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mechanicsville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Mechanicsville is 6.3h.

UV index

In Mechanicsville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Mechanicsville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Mechanicsville?

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

How much does it rain in Mechanicsville in March?

In March, in Mechanicsville, Iowa, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mechanicsville in March?

In March, in Mechanicsville, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Mechanicsville is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mechanicsville?

On the first day of March in Mechanicsville, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mechanicsville?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average temperature in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average pressure in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average wind speed in March - Mechanicsville, 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 (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mechanicsville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average rainfall in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Mechanicsville, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mechanicsville, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mechanicsville, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mechanicsville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mechanicsville, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mechanicsville, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in March
Mechanicsville, IA

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

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

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