Iowa (Des Moines)
March
Weather in Iowa for March 2027
Your guide to Iowa weather in March - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Iowa during March is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Iowa at the beginning of March is 8.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 14.4 °C by the end of March.
Iowa experiences moderate rainfall in March, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 154.1 mm.
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Iowa Weather March
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What’s the Weather Like in Iowa This March?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Iowa’s cities this March.
Temperatures trend during March in Iowa
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March weather in Iowa day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Mar. 1 |  Overcast | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 2 | Overcast | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 |  Sunny | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 4 |  Heavy rain | 9° /4° | 37 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 5 | Heavy rain | 8° /1° | 26.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Overcast | 8° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 7 | Heavy rain | 8° /2° | 28.8 mm | 8.3 cm | |
| Mar. 8 |  Light rain | 9° /-1° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Sunny | 13° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 10 | Sunny | 16° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 11 | Overcast | 13° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Overcast | 14° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 13 |  Mist | 15° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 14 |  Moderate rain | 15° /5° | 14.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 | Light rain | 11° /1° | 7 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 17 |  Partly cloudy | 7° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Sunny | 12° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Light rain | 10° /1° | 5.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Partly cloudy | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 21 | Partly cloudy | 15° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 | Overcast | 12° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Light rain | 9° /1° | 5.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Mar. 24 | Light rain | 12° /0° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 25 | Light rain | 17° /6° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Light rain | 15° /3° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 | Light rain | 9° /2° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Overcast | 16° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 29 | Light rain | 16° /6° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 30 |  Patchy rain possible | 15° /5° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Iowa in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Iowa forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Iowa in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Iowa during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 12° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Iowa during March?
Significant rainfall exceeding 154.1 mm is expected in Iowa during March, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Iowa in March 2027?
Iowa typically sees 9.4 cm of snowfall during March.
What are the typical wind conditions in Iowa during March?
The average wind speed in Iowa during March is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Iowa snow forecast March 2027
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On average, Iowa sees 1 snowy days during March, with approximately 9.4 cm of total snowfall.
March rainfall patterns in Iowa
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Typically, Iowa has 6 rainy days in March with a total of 154.1 mm of rainfall.
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