March weather forecast
Shellsburg, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Shellsburg, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Shellsburg's average high-temperature experiences a significant increase, moving from a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Shellsburg's temperature drops to an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In Shellsburg, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shellsburg, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shellsburg, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Shellsburg, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Shellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Shellsburg in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shellsburg, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shellsburg?

The average relative humidity in March in Shellsburg, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shellsburg?

In Shellsburg, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shellsburg in March?

In Shellsburg, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Shellsburg?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shellsburg?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shellsburg?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shellsburg, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average temperature in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average pressure in March - Shellsburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average wind speed in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

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 (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average humidity in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Shellsburg, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shellsburg, 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: 6h and 2min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average UV index in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Shellsburg, IA

Average visibility in March - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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