March weather forecast
Alden, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alden, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Alden sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). An average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alden, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alden, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Alden, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 16.93" (430mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Alden, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Alden is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Alden, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Alden, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alden have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Alden?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alden, IL

Average temperature in March - Alden, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Alden, IL

Average pressure in March - Alden, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alden, IL

Average wind speed in March - Alden, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Alden, IL

Average humidity in March - Alden, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Alden, IL

Average rainfall in March - Alden, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Alden, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Alden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alden, IL

Average snowfall in March - Alden, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alden, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Alden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alden, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Alden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Alden, IL

Average UV index in March - Alden, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Alden, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Alden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Alden, IL

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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