March weather forecastOrange City, IA
March
Weather in March
March brings a sign of relief to the residents of Orange City, Iowa, as temperatures begin to creep towards milder readings. Notably, there is a notable increase in temperature to a range of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to 44.2°F (6.8°C). Patches of snow remain but the snowfall is considerably reduced, and the longer daylight hours act as a harbinger of the approaching spring. A significant rise in rainfall signals the onset of the rainy season, providing much-needed moisture for the awakening flora. The lengthening days manifest in more sunlight hours, comforting the citizens with its warmth.Temperature
With the onset of March, Orange City's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Orange City's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Orange City is 76%.Rainfall
In Orange City, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orange City, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orange City, there are 49.5 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 in Orange City, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Orange City is 6.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Orange City is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Orange City, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Orange City, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Orange City, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Orange City, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Orange City, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in March
Orange City, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orange City, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Orange City, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orange City, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orange City, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Orange City, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orange City, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Orange City, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
