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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

A small railway line in Dubuque, Iowa, set on a hilly and scenic greenery spot overlooking the brown buildings in the rest of the city

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dubuque, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

In Dubuque, Iowa, the average high-temperature in March soars, from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February, to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). In March, in Dubuque, the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In Dubuque, Iowa, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dubuque, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dubuque, 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 Dubuque. In Dubuque, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dubuque, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 17.09" (434mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dubuque is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Dubuque, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Dubuque is 6.1h.

UV index

In Dubuque, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Dubuque?

In Dubuque, Iowa, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dubuque?

In Dubuque, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Dubuque in March?

In Dubuque, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dubuque in March?

In March, in Dubuque, Iowa, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Dubuque?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Dubuque, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dubuque, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dubuque?

The average sunshine duration in March in Dubuque is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Dubuque?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dubuque is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

28.6°F -1.9°C

43.3°F 6.3°C

55.9°F 13.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.8mph 17.4km/h

10.7mph 17.2km/h

11.3mph 18.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.7

14.8

11.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Dubuque, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dubuque, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Dubuque, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dubuque, 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).

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

Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 15min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 8min).

Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dubuque, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Dubuque, 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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March weather forecast
Dubuque, IA

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