March weather forecastRalston, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Ralston, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C).Temperature
March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Ralston sees a steady low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Ralston, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ralston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ralston, in March, during 7 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Ralston, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Ralston, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In Ralston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. 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
Average temperature in March
Ralston, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Ralston, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ralston, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Ralston, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Ralston, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Ralston, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ralston, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ralston, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 7 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
Ralston, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ralston, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in March
Ralston, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ralston, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Ralston, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and August (5mi).
