March weather forecast
Vinton, IA

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Weather in March

The arrival of March in Vinton hints at the advent of spring. Temperatures start rising from this month, marking a transition from the chilling winters. There's an observable increase in daylight hours, signalling extended outdoor activity times. The higher temperature fluctuates between 30.2°F (-1°C) to 44.4°F (6.9°C), a welcome relief after the bitter winter months. Although occasional precipitation can be expected, the majority of the days remain sunlit.

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). The temperature in Vinton lowers to an average of 30.2°F (-1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Vinton, in March, during 8.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.1 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Vinton. In March, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vinton, there are 29.1 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) 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 6:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:33 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 Vinton, Iowa, is 6.1h.

UV index

In Vinton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Vinton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Vinton, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Vinton?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Vinton?

In Vinton, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Vinton?

In Vinton, during March, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Vinton?

On the first day of March in Vinton, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

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

In Vinton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Vinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Vinton is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Vinton, IA

Average temperature in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Vinton, IA

Average pressure in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Vinton, IA

Average wind speed in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Vinton, IA

Average humidity in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vinton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Vinton, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Vinton, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Vinton, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Vinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Vinton, IA

Average visibility in March - Vinton, 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).

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