March weather forecast
Alma, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Alma, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Alma, in March, the average low-temperature is an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Alma, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 15.08" (383mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Alma, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Alma, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.4 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alma, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Alma, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Alma, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alma in March?

In March, in Alma, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Alma, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Alma?

In Alma, during March, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alma have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:18 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 many hours of sunshine does Alma have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alma, IL

Average temperature in March - Alma, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Alma, IL

Average pressure in March - Alma, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alma, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Alma, IL

Average humidity in March - Alma, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Alma, IL

Average rainfall in March - Alma, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Alma, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Alma, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alma, IL

Average snowfall in March - Alma, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alma, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Alma, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Alma, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alma, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alma, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Alma, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Alma, IL

Average UV index in March - Alma, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Alma, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Alma, IL

Average visibility in March - Alma, 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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