March weather forecastPalo, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Palo, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).Temperature
March indicates a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Palo's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In March, in Palo, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Palo are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Palo is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 is 6.3h.UV index
In Palo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Palo, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Palo, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Palo, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
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 (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Palo, IA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Palo, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Palo, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Palo, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Palo, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palo, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Palo, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Palo, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Palo, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Palo, 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).
