March weather forecastMiddletown, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Middletown, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is expected in Middletown.Humidity
In Middletown, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Middletown, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Middletown, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Middletown, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 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 is 6.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Middletown, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Middletown, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Middletown, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Middletown, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Middletown, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Middletown, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Middletown, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Middletown, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Middletown, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Middletown, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Middletown, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Middletown, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Middletown, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
