March weather forecast
Stanhope, IA

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

With the onset of March, Stanhope experiences a distinct temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, Stanhope encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stanhope, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Stanhope, there are 135.2 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Stanhope, Iowa, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Stanhope, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Stanhope, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 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

In March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Stanhope, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Stanhope?

The high-temperature, in March, in Stanhope, 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 Stanhope?

The average relative humidity in March in Stanhope, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Stanhope in March?

In Stanhope, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Stanhope?

In Stanhope, in March, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Stanhope have in March?

The average day length in March in Stanhope is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Stanhope?

On the first day of March in Stanhope, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.

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

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

In Stanhope, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Stanhope?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Stanhope, IA

Average pressure in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Stanhope, IA

Average wind speed in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Stanhope, IA

Average humidity in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Stanhope, IA

Average rainfall in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in March
Stanhope, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Stanhope, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Stanhope, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stanhope, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stanhope, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Stanhope, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Stanhope, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Stanhope, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Stanhope, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Stanhope, IA

Average visibility in March - Stanhope, 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).

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