March weather forecastSalem, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Salem, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).Temperature
In Salem, stepping into March brings a temperature increase, moving up from February's wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Salem experiences an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in month of March.Humidity
In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Salem, Iowa, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salem. In Salem, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Salem, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Salem, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.2°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 (29.7°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 (17.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Salem, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Salem, 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 (6.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Salem, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Salem, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
Salem, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Salem, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Salem, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salem, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Salem, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Salem, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Salem, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Salem, 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).
