March weather forecast
Smithland, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Smithland, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). During the month of March, Smithland's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Smithland, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smithland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smithland are January through April, October through December. In Smithland, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Smithland, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Smithland is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Smithland, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Smithland is 6.4h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smithland in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Smithland, is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Smithland?

In March, the average relative humidity in Smithland is 72%.

How much does it rain in Smithland in March?

In Smithland, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Smithland?

In Smithland, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Smithland, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Smithland?

On the first day of March in Smithland, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

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

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

In Smithland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Smithland?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithland is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Smithland, IA

Average temperature in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Smithland, IA

Average pressure in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Smithland, IA

Average wind speed in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Smithland, IA

Average humidity in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
Smithland, IA

Average rainfall in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Smithland, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Smithland, IA

Average snowfall in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Smithland, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Smithland, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Smithland, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Smithland, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in March
Smithland, IA

Average UV index in March - Smithland, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Smithland, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Smithland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Smithland, IA

Average visibility in March - Smithland, 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).

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