Des Moines weather in March (Washington State, United States of America)
How's the weather trend in Des Moines as March approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
The month of March in Des Moines typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 12°C. At night, they generally drop to 4°C.
Precipitation
Des Moines in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 22 days of rain.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 179 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Des Moines. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Des Moines climate page with graphs.
Des Moines, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
134 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
73% *
Windspeed
18 km/h *
Sunshine
179 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
Where to go in the United States of America in March
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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