March weather forecast
Otis, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Otis, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Otis sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Otis, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Otis, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Otis, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Otis is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Otis, Iowa, is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Otis, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Otis?

In March, in Otis, the average high-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Otis?

In March, the average relative humidity in Otis, Iowa, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Otis?

In March, in Otis, Iowa, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Otis in March?

In March, in Otis, Iowa, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Otis have in March?

In Otis, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Otis?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Otis, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Otis have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Otis?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Otis, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Otis, IA

Average temperature in March - Otis, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Otis, IA

Average pressure in March - Otis, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Otis, IA

Average wind speed in March - Otis, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Otis, IA

Average humidity in March - Otis, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Otis, IA

Average rainfall in March - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Otis, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Otis, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Otis, IA

Average snowfall in March - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Otis, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Otis, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Otis, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Otis, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Otis, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Otis, IA

Average UV index in March - Otis, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Otis, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Otis, IA

Average visibility in March - Otis, 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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