March weather forecast
Saint Ansgar, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Saint Ansgar, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). March nights in Saint Ansgar observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Saint Ansgar is 81%.

Rainfall

In Saint Ansgar, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Saint Ansgar, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint Ansgar. In Saint Ansgar, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Saint Ansgar, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Saint Ansgar is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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

The average sunshine in March in Saint Ansgar is 5.7h.

UV index

In Saint Ansgar, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Saint Ansgar?

The high-temperature in Saint Ansgar, Iowa, during March is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Ansgar?

In Saint Ansgar, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Saint Ansgar?

In Saint Ansgar, Iowa, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Saint Ansgar in March?

In Saint Ansgar, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saint Ansgar?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Saint Ansgar?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Saint Ansgar is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Saint Ansgar?

In Saint Ansgar, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average temperature in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average pressure in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average wind speed in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average humidity in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average rainfall in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average snowfall in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 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
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average UV index in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Saint Ansgar, IA

Average visibility in March - Saint Ansgar, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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