March weather forecast
Western, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Western, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Western's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to Western.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Western, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Western, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Western, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Western, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Western, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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 Western, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Western is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Western in March?

In Western, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Western?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Western?

In March, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Western in March?

In Western, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Western?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Western, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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 Western have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Western?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Western, IA

Average temperature in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average pressure in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average wind speed in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average humidity in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average rainfall in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average snowfall in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average UV index in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Western, 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
Western, IA

Average visibility in March - Western, 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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