March weather forecastSheffield, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Sheffield, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Temperature
In Sheffield, the average high-temperature in March significantly increases from a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
In Sheffield, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheffield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.2 days and collects up to 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheffield, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sheffield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:38 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 is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Sheffield, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
