March weather forecastUrbandale, IA
March
Weather in March
For March, Urbandale begins to shake off the winter chill, transitioning into spring. This month signals the beginning of more comfortable temperatures, though still necessitates a wardrobe of layers. An increase in the average high temperature to 46.9°F (8.3°C) hints at spring's arrival. The city experiences less snowfall at 0.94" (24mm) and slightly lower humidity percentages. As winter retreats, March provides a refreshing restart with budding trees and the reappearances of local wildlife.Temperature
An increase in the average high-temperature marks March in Urbandale, surging from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Urbandale, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Urbandale is 75%.Rainfall
In Urbandale, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Urbandale, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.6 days and collects up to 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Urbandale, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Urbandale, Iowa, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Urbandale, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Urbandale, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Urbandale is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Urbandale, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Urbandale, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Urbandale, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
