Des Moines
March
Weather in Des Moines for March 2025
Your guide to Des Moines weather in March - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Des Moines at the beginning of March is 15.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 11.6 °F by the end of March.
Des Moines sees moderate rainfall in March, averaging 6 rainy days.
With an average of 2 snowy days, Des Moines enjoys a light touch of snow in March.
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23
Dry days
6
Rainy days
2
Snow days
12°/3°
Temperatures
26 km/h
Avg max wind
63 %
Avg humidity
Des Moines in March average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  12° | 2  18° | |||||
| 3 22° | 4  17° | 5 13° | 6  11° | 7  14° | 8 8° | 9 7° |
| 10 13° | 11 19° | 12 18° | 13  17° | 14 17° | 15 12° | 16 12° |
| 17 4° | 18 3° | 19 13° | 20 5° | 21 8° | 22  8° | 23  3° |
| 24  8° | 25 17° | 26 10° | 27 5° | 28 13° | 29 14° | 30 12° |
| 31 10° |
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Temperatures trend during March in Des Moines
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March weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 1 | Partly cloudy | 12° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 2 | Sunny | 18° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 | Sunny | 22° /10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 4 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 5 | Partly cloudy | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Overcast | 11° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 7 | Light drizzle | 14° /4° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 8 | Light drizzle | 8° /3° | 8.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 10 | Sunny | 13° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 11 | Sunny | 19° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Overcast | 18° /10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 13 | Mist | 17° /9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 14 | Light rain shower | 17° /4° | 10.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 | Sunny | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Sunny | 12° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 17 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Sunny | 13° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 21 | Partly cloudy | 8° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 8° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Moderate snow | 3° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Mar. 24 | Moderate rain | 8° /0° | 10.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 25 | Light rain shower | 17° /6° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Light rain shower | 10° /-2° | 11.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 | Overcast | 5° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Overcast | 13° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 30 | Overcast | 12° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Des Moines 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 Des Moines forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Des Moines in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Des Moines during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 12° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Des Moines during March?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Des Moines during March, with a total of 59 mm spread over approximately 6 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Is snowfall common in Des Moines during March?
Des Moines experiences an average snowfall of 0.5 cm during March, occurring over 2 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Des Moines during March?
The average wind speed in Des Moines during March is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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