March weather forecastRake, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Rake, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Temperature
The start of March is characterized by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Rake's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during the nights.Humidity
In Rake, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Rake, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Rake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Rake are January through May, October through December. In Rake, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Rake, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 21.89" (556mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Rake is 5.7h.UV index
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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Rake, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in March
Rake, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rake, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Rake, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Rake, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Rake, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rake, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rake, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rake, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rake, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Rake, 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, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Rake, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Rake, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
