March weather forecast
Northfield, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Northfield, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). An average temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northfield, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Northfield, Iowa, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Northfield is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Northfield is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Northfield?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Northfield, Iowa, during March are 48°F (8.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Northfield?

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

How much does it rain in Northfield in March?

In Northfield, Iowa, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Northfield in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Northfield?

On the first day of March in Northfield, 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 7:28 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Northfield is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Northfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Northfield, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Northfield, IA

Average temperature in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Northfield, IA

Average pressure in March - Northfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Northfield, IA

Average wind speed in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Northfield, IA

Average humidity in March - Northfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Northfield, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Northfield, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Northfield, 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 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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Northfield, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Northfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Northfield, IA

Average UV index in March - Northfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Northfield, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Northfield, IA

Average visibility in March - Northfield, 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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