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
March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Rockdale experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In Rockdale, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In March, in Rockdale, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockdale, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rockdale, Iowa, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Rockdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 17.09" (434mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Rockdale, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Rockdale, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Rockdale in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Rockdale?
How much does it rain in Rockdale in March?
How much does it snow in Rockdale in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Rockdale?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rockdale?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rockdale?
How long on average sun shines in March in Rockdale?
How high is the UV index in March in Rockdale?
Average temperature in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Rockdale, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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