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
As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature in Fort Madison, Iowa, displays an increase, moving from a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Throughout the month of March, Fort Madison reports a steady low-temperature average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
In Fort Madison, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, in Fort Madison, Iowa, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Madison, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fort Madison, during March, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Fort Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Fort Madison, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In Fort Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Fort Madison?
How much does it rain in Fort Madison in March?
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When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Madison?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Fort Madison?
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How high is the UV index in March in Fort Madison?
Average temperature in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Fort Madison, IA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).
Average UV index in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Fort Madison, IA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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