March weather forecast
River Sioux, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in River Sioux, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

River Sioux sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during March, surging from a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) in February to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in River Sioux is 72%.

Rainfall

In River Sioux, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in River Sioux, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in River Sioux. In River Sioux, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In River Sioux, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in River Sioux, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:49 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 6.5h.

UV index

In River Sioux, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in River Sioux?

The high-temperature, in March, in River Sioux, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in River Sioux?

The average relative humidity in March in River Sioux is 72%.

How much does it rain in River Sioux in March?

In River Sioux, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in River Sioux?

In River Sioux, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does River Sioux have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in River Sioux?

On the first day of March in River Sioux, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does River Sioux have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in River Sioux, Iowa, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in River Sioux?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in River Sioux is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
River Sioux, IA

Average temperature in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
River Sioux, IA

Average pressure in March - River Sioux, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
River Sioux, IA

Average wind speed in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
River Sioux, IA

Average humidity in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
River Sioux, IA

Average rainfall in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
River Sioux, IA

Average rainfall days in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
River Sioux, IA

Average snowfall in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
River Sioux, IA

Average snowfall days in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
River Sioux, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - River Sioux, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
River Sioux, IA

Average sunshine days in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
River Sioux, IA

Average UV index in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
River Sioux, IA

Average cloud cover in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
River Sioux, IA

Average visibility in March - River Sioux, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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