March weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pleasant Valley, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Pleasant Valley's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). In Pleasant Valley, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.4 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September through December are months with snowfall in Pleasant Valley. In Pleasant Valley, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Pleasant Valley is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 is 6.4h.

UV index

In Pleasant Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Pleasant Valley?

Pleasant Valley in March has an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pleasant Valley?

The average relative humidity in March in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pleasant Valley?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Pleasant Valley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Pleasant Valley?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pleasant Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pleasant Valley, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average wind speed in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average humidity in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasant Valley, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Valley, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Pleasant Valley, IA

Average visibility in March - Pleasant Valley, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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