March weather forecastOskaloosa, IA
March
Weather in March
As winter transitions into spring, March brings about a considerable increase in temperature. Warmer days start appearing, and snowfall drastically decreases to 2.01" (51mm). This shift in weather conditions helps to bring the surroundings back to life after the winter. Longer daylight hours during March also indicate an end to the winter season.Temperature
The shift from February to March in Oskaloosa sees a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Oskaloosa reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Oskaloosa, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oskaloosa, Iowa, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oskaloosa, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Oskaloosa, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Oskaloosa, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
In Oskaloosa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oskaloosa, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).
Average UV index in March
Oskaloosa, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Oskaloosa, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Oskaloosa, 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).
