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
Montpelier experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). During March, Montpelier records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).Humidity
In Montpelier, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Montpelier, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Montpelier, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Montpelier, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Montpelier, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Montpelier, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 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 Montpelier, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Montpelier is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Montpelier?
What is the average humidity in March in Montpelier?
How much does it rain in Montpelier in March?
How much does it snow in Montpelier in March?
How many hours of daylight does Montpelier have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Montpelier?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Montpelier?
How many hours of sunshine does Montpelier have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Montpelier?
Average temperature in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Montpelier, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Montpelier, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Montpelier, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Montpelier, 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).
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