March weather forecast
University Park, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in University Park, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

As University Park transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) marks the nights in University Park throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In University Park, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In University Park, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In University Park, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.

Daylight

In University Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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

In University Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in University Park in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in University Park?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in University Park in March?

In University Park, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in University Park?

In University Park, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in University Park?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in University Park, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does University Park have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in University Park?

In University Park, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
University Park, IA

Average temperature in March - University Park, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
University Park, IA

Average pressure in March - University Park, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
University Park, IA

Average wind speed in March - University Park, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
University Park, IA

Average humidity in March - University Park, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
University Park, IA

Average rainfall in March - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
University Park, IA

Average rainfall days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
University Park, IA

Average snowfall in March - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
University Park, IA

Average snowfall days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
University Park, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Park, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
University Park, IA

Average sunshine days in March - University Park, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
University Park, IA

Average UV index in March - University Park, 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
University Park, IA

Average cloud cover in March - University Park, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
University Park, IA

Average visibility in March - University Park, 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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