March weather forecastShenandoah, IA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Shenandoah, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).Temperature
In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). During March, Shenandoah records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 71%.Rainfall
In Shenandoah, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.6 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shenandoah, in March, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:45 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 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shenandoah, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Shenandoah, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
