March weather forecast
Waterville, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Waterville, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

Waterville's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is recorded during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Waterville is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waterville, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waterville, Iowa, in March, during 7.4 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Waterville, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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 March, the average sunshine in Waterville is 5.7h.

UV index

In Waterville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Waterville?

The high-temperature, in March, in Waterville, records 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Waterville?

In March, the average relative humidity in Waterville, Iowa, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Waterville?

In Waterville, Iowa, in March, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Waterville in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Waterville have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Waterville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Waterville, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

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 Waterville have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Waterville, Iowa, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Waterville?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Waterville is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Waterville, IA

Average temperature in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Waterville, IA

Average pressure in March - Waterville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Waterville, IA

Average wind speed in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Waterville, IA

Average humidity in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Waterville, IA

Average rainfall in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in March
Waterville, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Waterville, IA

Average snowfall in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Waterville, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Waterville, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Waterville, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Waterville, IA

Average UV index in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Waterville, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Waterville, IA

Average visibility in March - Waterville, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).

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