March weather forecast
Parkersburg, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Parkersburg, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Parkersburg's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Parkersburg is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Parkersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Parkersburg, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Parkersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Parkersburg, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 March, the average sunshine in Parkersburg is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Parkersburg in March?

In Parkersburg, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Parkersburg?

In March, the average relative humidity in Parkersburg is 78%.

How much does it rain in Parkersburg in March?

In Parkersburg, in March, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Parkersburg?

In Parkersburg, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Parkersburg have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Parkersburg?

On the first day of March in Parkersburg, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

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 Parkersburg?

In Parkersburg, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Parkersburg?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Parkersburg, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average temperature in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average pressure in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average wind speed in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average humidity in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average UV index in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Parkersburg, IA

Average visibility in March - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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