March weather forecastWinterset, IA
March
Weather in March
March brings a palpable change in Winterset's weather as clear signs of spring start to emerge. Compared to February, increased daylight hours grace the city, complemented by an average high temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The transition from winter to spring is marked by plummeting snowfall resulting in more frequent rain showers. The emerging sunshine instills renewed energy as the town gears up for warmer months. The whispering breeze carves a path for the scent of fresh blooms, encapsulating the charm of spring in Winterset.Temperature
As Winterset transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). In Winterset, an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is expected during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Winterset, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Winterset, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Winterset, during the entire year, snow falls for 35 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.Daylight
In Winterset, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:40 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In Winterset, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Winterset, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°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 (15.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Winterset, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Winterset, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Winterset, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Winterset, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Winterset, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Winterset, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Winterset, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Winterset, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Winterset, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Winterset, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Winterset, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Winterset, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
