March weather forecast
Russell, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Russell, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Russell experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature advancing from a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The nights of March in Russell anticipate an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Russell, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Russell, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Russell, Iowa, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Russell are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 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 in Russell is 6h.

UV index

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Russell?

During March, Russell experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Russell?

The average relative humidity in March in Russell, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Russell in March?

In Russell, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Russell?

In Russell, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Russell?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Russell, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Russell, 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 Russell?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Russell?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Russell is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Russell, IA

Average temperature in March - Russell, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in March
Russell, IA

Average pressure in March - Russell, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Russell, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Russell, IA

Average humidity in March - Russell, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Russell, IA

Average rainfall in March - Russell, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Russell, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Russell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Russell, IA

Average snowfall in March - Russell, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Russell, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Russell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 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
Russell, IA

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

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Russell, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Russell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Russell, IA

Average UV index in March - Russell, 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
Russell, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Russell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Russell, IA

Average visibility in March - Russell, 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).

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