March weather forecast
Protivin, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Protivin, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Protivin dips to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Protivin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Protivin, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 25.43" (646mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Protivin, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Protivin is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Protivin during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Protivin, records 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Protivin?

In Protivin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Protivin?

In Protivin, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Protivin?

In Protivin, in March, during 9.6 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Protivin?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Protivin?

On the first day of March in Protivin, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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 Protivin have in March?

In Protivin, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Protivin?

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

Average temperature in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Protivin, IA

Average pressure in March - Protivin, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Protivin, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Protivin, IA

Average humidity in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Protivin, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Protivin, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Protivin, IA

Average snowfall in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Protivin, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Protivin, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Protivin, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Protivin, IA

Average UV index in March - Protivin, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Protivin, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Protivin, IA

Average visibility in March - Protivin, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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