March weather forecastRichland, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Richland, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).Temperature
March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's cold 34°F (1.1°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Richland, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Richland, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Richland, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Richland, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Richland, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Richland, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Richland, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.57"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Richland, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richland, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Richland, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Richland, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Richland, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Richland, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
