March weather forecastWest Union, IA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in West Union, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, West Union's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout March nights, West Union experiences a consistent temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In West Union, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Union, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Union, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In West Union, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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 is 5.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
West Union, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
West Union, 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).
Average wind speed in March
West Union, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
West Union, IA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
West Union, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
West Union, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
West Union, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 2.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
West Union, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Union, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
West Union, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
West Union, IA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
West Union, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
West Union, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
