March weather forecast
Whittemore, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Whittemore, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As Whittemore transitions into March, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is observed, soaring from a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Whittemore anticipates an average minimum temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whittemore, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whittemore, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6h.

UV index

In Whittemore, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Whittemore, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittemore have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Whittemore is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Whittemore, IA

Average temperature in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Whittemore, IA

Average pressure in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Whittemore, IA

Average wind speed in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Whittemore, IA

Average humidity in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Whittemore, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Whittemore, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Whittemore, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Whittemore, IA

Average UV index in March - Whittemore, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Whittemore, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Whittemore, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Whittemore, IA

Average visibility in March - Whittemore, 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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