March weather forecast
Albion, IL

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Weather in March

As Albion transitions from winter to spring in March, noticeable climatic changes are observed. The city receives an uptick in rainfall, registering 0.94" (24mm) over a span of roughly ten days. This month marks the end of the snowfall season, with only a minor snowfall of 0.28" (7mm) usually seen, indicating the onset of warmer temperatures. With the increase in sunshine hours to 6.4 per day, March becomes a harbinger of pleasant spring weather. March, boasting improved daylight hours and diminishing snowfall, signals a period of weather transition in Albion.

Temperature

The start of March in Albion brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Albion sees a steady low-temperature average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Albion, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Albion are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Albion aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.4 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Albion is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Albion, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Albion is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Albion in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Albion, is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Albion?

In Albion, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Albion?

In March, in Albion, Illinois, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Albion?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Albion, Illinois. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Albion aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Albion?

In March, the average day length in Albion is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Albion?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Albion, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Albion?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Albion, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Albion?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Albion is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Albion?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
42.8°F 6°C
54.1°F 12.3°C
64.9°F 18.3°C
Average low temperature
29.1°F -1.6°C
38.5°F 3.6°C
48.6°F 9.2°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
29.96" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10mph 16.1km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.8mph 17.4km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.3mph 26.2km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
16.1mph 25.9km/h
Average humidity
78%
76%
77%
Average rainfall
0.75" 19mm
0.94" 24mm
1.3" 33mm
Average rainfall days
6.5
9.8
11.5
Average snowfall
0.31" 8mm
0.28" 7mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
3.6
1.8
0.3
Average daylight
10h 5min
12h 0min
13h 1min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
6h 2min
8h 3min
Average sunshine days
18.8
18.4
16.8
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
51%
47%
42%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Albion, IL

Average temperature in March - Albion, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Albion, IL

Average pressure in March - Albion, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Albion, IL

Average wind speed in March - Albion, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Albion, IL

Average humidity in March - Albion, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Albion, IL

Average rainfall in March - Albion, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Albion, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Albion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Albion, IL

Average snowfall in March - Albion, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Albion, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Albion, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Albion, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Albion, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Albion, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Albion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Albion, IL

Average UV index in March - Albion, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Albion, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Albion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Albion, IL

Average visibility in March - Albion, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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