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Iowa City Weather in March
March in Iowa City brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around -2°C (28°F). Expect around 56 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rainfall during the month.
Rainfall in Iowa City in March
Typically, you can expect about 9 days of snow/rain this month, with 56 mm (2.2 in) on average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Iowa City in March
In March, Iowa City gets low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to around -2°C (28°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At -2°C (28°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.March in Iowa City has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
Iowa City Temperature in March
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
56 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
9 days
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Iowa City in March
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Iowa City in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Iowa City in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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