March weather forecast
Montrose, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Montrose, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). In March, in Montrose, the average low-temperature is a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In Montrose, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.8 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Montrose, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Montrose, sunrise is at 6:49 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 Montrose, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Montrose?

During March, Montrose experiences an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Montrose?

The average relative humidity in March in Montrose, Iowa, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Montrose in March?

In Montrose, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Montrose?

In Montrose, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Montrose?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Montrose, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Montrose is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Montrose?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Montrose, IA

Average temperature in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Montrose, IA

Average pressure in March - Montrose, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Montrose, IA

Average wind speed in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Montrose, IA

Average humidity in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Montrose, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Montrose, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Montrose, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Montrose, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Montrose, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Montrose, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Montrose, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

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 30).

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Average visibility in March
Montrose, IA

Average visibility in March - Montrose, 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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