March weather forecast
Walford, IA

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Weather in March

March signals the approach of spring in Walford, with the temperatures typically ranging from 17.6°F (-8°C) to 30.6°F (-0.8°C). While snowfall is significantly reduced compared to the winter months, the city occasionally sees some late-season flurries. The March weather often brings intermittent days of bright sunshine juxtaposed against cloudy conditions contributing to the joys of the season. With a longer duration of daylight, this month is a good time for outdoor activities. The promise of increasing warmth and a shift in the weather pattern paves the way for April.

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed in Walford, Iowa.

Humidity

In Walford, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Walford, Iowa, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Walford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Walford are January through April, October through December. In Walford, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Walford, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Walford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 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 in Walford is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Walford in March?

Walford in March has an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Walford?

In March, the average relative humidity in Walford, Iowa, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Walford?

In Walford, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Walford?

In Walford, Iowa, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Walford?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CDT.

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

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 Walford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Walford, Iowa, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Walford?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Walford, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Walford, IA

Average temperature in March - Walford, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Walford, IA

Average pressure in March - Walford, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Walford, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Walford, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Walford, IA

Average rainfall in March - Walford, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
Walford, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Walford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Walford, IA

Average snowfall in March - Walford, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Walford, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Walford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Walford, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Walford, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Walford, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Walford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Walford, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Walford, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Walford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Walford, IA

Average visibility in March - Walford, 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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