March weather forecast
Ricketts, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Ricketts, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a considerable escalation in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ricketts, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ricketts are January through May, October through December. In Ricketts, in March, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ricketts, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ricketts is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Ricketts, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:47 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ricketts is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Ricketts?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ricketts, is 46.4°F (8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ricketts?

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

How much does it rain in Ricketts in March?

In Ricketts, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ricketts in March?

In Ricketts, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ricketts?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Ricketts, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:47 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Ricketts?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ricketts, Iowa, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ricketts?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ricketts, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ricketts, IA

Average temperature in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ricketts, IA

Average pressure in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ricketts, IA

Average wind speed in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ricketts, IA

Average humidity in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ricketts, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ricketts, IA

Average snowfall in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ricketts, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Ricketts, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ricketts, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ricketts, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Ricketts, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ricketts, IA

Average UV index in March - Ricketts, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ricketts, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Ricketts, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Ricketts, IA

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

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

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