United StatesAverage weather for Iowa in March
It's warm in March in Iowa with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 18°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Iowa with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Iowa is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In March, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Iowa in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
23°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
89 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
7 days | 10 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Iowa?
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Iowa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2018, Iowa reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Iowa, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Iowa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Iowa, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Iowa.
Daily UV index in March in Iowa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Iowa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Iowa over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Iowa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Iowa over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Iowa, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in March for Iowa
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iowa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Iowa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iowa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
