March weather forecast
Moscow, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Moscow, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.6°F (8.1°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, changing from a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Moscow experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Moscow, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moscow, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. In Moscow, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Moscow, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Moscow, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:37 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.
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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Moscow is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Moscow?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Moscow during March are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Moscow?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Moscow?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Moscow in March?

In Moscow, Iowa, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moscow have in March?

The average day length in March in Moscow, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Moscow?

On the first day of March in Moscow, sunrise is at 6:37 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 Moscow?

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Moscow?

The average sunshine duration in March in Moscow, Iowa, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Moscow?

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

Average temperature in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°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 (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Moscow, IA

Average pressure in March - Moscow, 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
Moscow, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Moscow, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Moscow, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Moscow, IA

Average snowfall in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Moscow, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Moscow, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Moscow, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Moscow, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Moscow, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Moscow, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Moscow, IA

Average visibility in March - Moscow, 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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