March weather forecast
Richland, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richland, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

March is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Richland tends to fall to a consistent average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Richland, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. 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 in Richland are January through April, October through December. In Richland, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Richland, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Richland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Richland, 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Richland is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richland in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Richland, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Richland?

In Richland, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Richland?

In Richland, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Richland in March?

In Richland, Iowa, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Richland?

On the first day of March in Richland, Iowa, 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.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Richland, Iowa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Richland?

The average sunshine duration in March in Richland is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Richland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average pressure in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average humidity in March
Richland, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Richland, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Richland, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Richland, IA

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).

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

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average UV index in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Richland, IA

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).

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Average visibility in March
Richland, IA

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).

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