March weather forecast
Iuka, MS

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Weather in March

A distinctive leap in temperatures marks the onset of spring in March. The meteorological shift from winter to spring can be observed in the longer daylight hours and reductions in snowfall. One can anticipate increasing windy days with temperatures soaring even further. Comparing to February, the rainfall recedes though it continues to remain part of the weather dynamics. The maximum wind speed is noted to be approximately 8mph (12.9km/h), distinctly paralleling the February speed.

Temperature

Iuka's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in February to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Iuka experiences a mean low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Iuka, during March, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Iuka, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Iuka. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Iuka aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Iuka, there are 6.1 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Iuka, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:13 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Iuka is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Iuka?

In Iuka, 61.2°F (16.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Iuka?

The average relative humidity in March in Iuka is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Iuka?

In Iuka, during March, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Iuka?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Iuka, Mississippi. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Iuka aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Iuka?

On the first day of March in Iuka, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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

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 Iuka?

In Iuka, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Iuka?

In Iuka, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
52.7°F 11.5°C
61.2°F 16.2°C
70.3°F 21.3°C
Average low temperature
37°F 2.8°C
43.9°F 6.6°C
51.6°F 10.9°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
7.8mph 12.6km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.6mph 12.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.2mph 13.2km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.5mph 20.1km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
12.3mph 19.8km/h
Average humidity
78%
79%
76%
Average rainfall
3.78" 96mm
3.11" 79mm
3.15" 80mm
Average rainfall days
11.6
14.7
13.5
Average snowfall
0.28" 7mm
0.04" 1mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
2.1
0.6
0
Average daylight
11h 0min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
6h 2min
9h 2min
Average sunshine days
13.8
12.8
15.3
Average UV index
3
4
5
Average cloud cover
50%
47%
37%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Iuka, MS

Average temperature in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Iuka, MS

Average pressure in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Iuka, MS

Average wind speed in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Iuka, MS

Average humidity in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Iuka, MS

Average rainfall in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Iuka, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Iuka, MS

Average snowfall in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Iuka, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Iuka, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Iuka, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Iuka, MS

Average UV index in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Iuka, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Iuka, MS

Average visibility in March - Iuka, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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