March weather forecast
Postville, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Postville, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). In Postville, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Postville, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Postville, there are 131 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Postville are January through May, October through December. In March, in Postville, Iowa, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. In Postville, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Postville is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Postville in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Postville?

In March, the average relative humidity in Postville, Iowa, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Postville?

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Postville in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Postville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Postville?

On the first day of March in Postville, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Postville have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Postville?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Postville, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Postville, IA

Average temperature in March - Postville, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Postville, IA

Average pressure in March - Postville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Postville, IA

Average wind speed in March - Postville, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Postville, IA

Average humidity in March - Postville, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Postville, IA

Average rainfall in March - Postville, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Postville, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Postville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Postville, IA

Average snowfall in March - Postville, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Postville, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Postville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Postville, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Postville, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Postville, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Postville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Postville, IA

Average UV index in March - Postville, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Postville, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Postville, 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
Postville, IA

Average visibility in March - Postville, 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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