Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Ames's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is observed.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In Ames, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ames, there are 171 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ames are January through May, October through December. In Ames, in March, during 12.6 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 33.58" (853mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Ames, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Ames is 5.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Ames in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Ames?
How much does it rain in Ames in March?
How many days does it snow in March in Ames?
What is the average length of the day in March in Ames?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ames?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ames?
How long on average sun shines in March in Ames?
What is the UV index reading in March in Ames?
Average temperature in March
Ames, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Ames, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ames, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Ames, NY
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in March
Ames, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 5.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ames, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ames, NY
- 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: 5h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ames, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Ames, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ames, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Ames, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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