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 is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
In Dayton, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In March, in Dayton, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Dayton is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Dayton, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Dayton?
What is the average humidity in March in Dayton?
How many days does it rain in March in Dayton?
How many days does it snow in March in Dayton?
What is the average length of the day in March in Dayton?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dayton?
How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Dayton?
Average temperature in March
Dayton, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Dayton, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dayton, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Dayton, IA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Dayton, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dayton, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dayton, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dayton, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Dayton, IA
- 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Dayton, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Dayton, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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