March weather forecast
Oelwein, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oelwein, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is recorded in Oelwein during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oelwein, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oelwein, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oelwein. In Oelwein, in March, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:33 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 in Oelwein is 6h.

UV index

In Oelwein, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Oelwein during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oelwein, Iowa, are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Oelwein?

In March, the average relative humidity in Oelwein, Iowa, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Oelwein in March?

In Oelwein, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oelwein in March?

In Oelwein, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oelwein have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oelwein?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Oelwein?

The average sunshine duration in March in Oelwein is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oelwein?

In Oelwein, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oelwein, IA

Average temperature in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oelwein, IA

Average pressure in March - Oelwein, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oelwein, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oelwein, IA

Average humidity in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oelwein, IA

Average rainfall in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oelwein, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oelwein, IA

Average snowfall in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oelwein, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oelwein, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oelwein, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Oelwein, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Oelwein, IA

Average visibility in March - Oelwein, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).

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