March weather forecast
Viola, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Viola, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.6°F (7°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Viola's transition into March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). In Viola, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Viola, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Viola, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Viola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Viola are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 15.16" (385mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Viola is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Viola, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Viola is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. 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

How cold is March in Viola?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Viola?

In Viola, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Viola in March?

In Viola, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Viola in March?

In Viola, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Viola?

On the first day of March in Viola, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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 Viola have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Viola?

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

Average temperature in March - Viola, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Viola, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Viola, IA

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

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
Viola, IA

Average humidity in March - Viola, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Viola, IA

Average rainfall in March - Viola, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Viola, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Viola, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Viola, IA

Average snowfall in March - Viola, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Viola, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Viola, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Viola, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Viola, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Viola, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Viola, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Viola, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Viola, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Viola, IA

Average visibility in March - Viola, 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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