March weather forecast
Mediapolis, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Mediapolis, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 48°F (8.9°C) and min 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). Mediapolis experiences a steady low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mediapolis, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.4 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mediapolis. In Mediapolis, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Mediapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mediapolis, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mediapolis, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Mediapolis, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mediapolis is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Mediapolis?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mediapolis, is 48°F (8.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mediapolis?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mediapolis in March?

In Mediapolis, Iowa, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mediapolis in March?

In March, in Mediapolis, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mediapolis?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Mediapolis, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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 Mediapolis?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mediapolis, Iowa, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mediapolis?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mediapolis, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average temperature in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average pressure in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mediapolis, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average humidity in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average rainfall in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average snowfall in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mediapolis, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average UV index in March - Mediapolis, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Mediapolis, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Mediapolis, IA

Average visibility in March - Mediapolis, 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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