West Des Moines Weather in March

West Des Moines in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Around 55 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in West Des Moines in March

Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in). The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in West Des Moines in March

West Des Moines in March gets highs of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in West Des Moines in March

With approximately 208 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

Wind Speed in West Des Moines in March

March has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

March in West Des Moines can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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West Des Moines Temperature in March

Min Temperature -2°C (28°F)  

Max Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 62% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Des Moines, the United States of America (9 KM, 6 Miles).

What to Wear in West Des Moines in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to West Des Moines 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in West Des Moines in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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