March weather forecastWashington, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Washington, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).Temperature
The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is observed during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Washington is 75%.Rainfall
In Washington, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Washington, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Washington, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:31 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 is 6.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Washington, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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 (16.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Washington, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Washington, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Washington, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Washington, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Washington, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Washington, 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
Washington, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Washington, 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).
