March weather forecastScranton, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Scranton, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Temperature
March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). During March, Scranton observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Scranton, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Scranton, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Scranton, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Scranton, Iowa, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Average temperature in March
Scranton, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Scranton, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Scranton, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Scranton, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Scranton, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in March
Scranton, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Scranton, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Scranton, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Scranton, 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: 5h and 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Scranton, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Scranton, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Scranton, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Scranton, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
