March weather forecast
Popejoy, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Popejoy, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

As Popejoy transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Popejoy experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Popejoy, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Popejoy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Popejoy are January through May, October through December. In March, in Popejoy, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Popejoy, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Popejoy is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Popejoy, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Popejoy, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Popejoy is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Popejoy?

The high-temperature, in March, in Popejoy, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Popejoy?

The average relative humidity in March in Popejoy, Iowa, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Popejoy?

In Popejoy, Iowa, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Popejoy?

In Popejoy, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Popejoy?

On the first day of March in Popejoy, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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 Popejoy?

The average sunshine duration in March in Popejoy is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Popejoy?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Popejoy, IA

Average temperature in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Popejoy, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Popejoy, IA

Average wind speed in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Popejoy, IA

Average humidity in March - Popejoy, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Popejoy, IA

Average rainfall in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in March
Popejoy, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Popejoy, IA

Average snowfall in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Popejoy, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Popejoy, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Popejoy, 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: 5h and 5min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Popejoy, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Popejoy, IA

Average UV index in March - Popejoy, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Popejoy, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Popejoy, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Popejoy, IA

Average visibility in March - Popejoy, 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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