March weather forecastShell Rock, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Shell Rock, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).Temperature
Shell Rock's March weather is marked by a distinct rise in high-temperatures, escalating from a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in February to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). During the month of March, Shell Rock anticipates a mean low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
In Shell Rock, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Shell Rock, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Shell Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.7 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shell Rock, Iowa, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shell Rock, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 19.25" (489mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Shell Rock is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Shell Rock is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shell Rock, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Shell Rock, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Shell Rock, 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).
