March weather forecast
Alexander, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Alexander, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). The temperature dips to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Alexander, Illinois, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alexander, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Alexander, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.6 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alexander are January through April, November and December. In March, in Alexander, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alexander, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alexander, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Alexander, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Alexander, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Alexander?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alexander, Illinois, during March are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Alexander?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Alexander?

In Alexander, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Alexander in March?

In Alexander, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Alexander is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Alexander?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Alexander have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Alexander, Illinois, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Alexander?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Alexander is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alexander, IL

Average temperature in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Alexander, IL

Average pressure in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alexander, IL

Average wind speed in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Alexander, IL

Average humidity in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Alexander, IL

Average rainfall in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Alexander, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alexander, IL

Average snowfall in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alexander, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Alexander, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alexander, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Alexander, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Alexander, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Alexander, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Alexander, IL

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

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

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