Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Orchard's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). In Orchard, in March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Orchard, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orchard, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Orchard, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 in Orchard is 5.7h.UV index
In Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Orchard?
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How high is the UV index in March in Orchard?
Average temperature in March
Orchard, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in March
Orchard, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Orchard, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Orchard, IA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Orchard, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Orchard, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orchard, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Orchard, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orchard, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orchard, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Orchard, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orchard, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Orchard, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
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