March weather forecast
Cedar Rapids, NE

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cedar Rapids, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, surging from February's wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Cedar Rapids experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Rapids, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.8 rainfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cedar Rapids. In Cedar Rapids, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Cedar Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 14.06" (357mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cedar Rapids is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cedar Rapids is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Cedar Rapids?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Cedar Rapids, is 49.6°F (9.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cedar Rapids?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Cedar Rapids in March?

In March, in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cedar Rapids in March?

In Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cedar Rapids?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cedar Rapids?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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

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 Cedar Rapids have in March?

In Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cedar Rapids?

In Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average temperature in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average pressure in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average wind speed in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average humidity in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average rainfall in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average snowfall in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average UV index in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Cedar Rapids, NE

Average visibility in March - Cedar Rapids, NE
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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