March weather forecast
Arcola, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arcola, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Arcola's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). An average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is noted during the nights in March in Arcola.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Arcola is 75%.

Rainfall

In Arcola, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arcola, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Arcola, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Arcola, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Arcola is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Arcola, Illinois, is 3. 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 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. 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 is the temperature in March in Arcola?

Arcola in March has an average high-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Arcola?

The average relative humidity in March in Arcola, Illinois, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Arcola in March?

In Arcola, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Arcola?

In Arcola, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Arcola?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Arcola, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Arcola?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Arcola, IL

Average temperature in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Arcola, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Arcola, IL

Average wind speed in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Arcola, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Arcola, IL

Average rainfall in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Arcola, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arcola, IL

Average snowfall in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arcola, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Arcola, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arcola, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arcola, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Arcola, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Arcola, IL

Average UV index in March - Arcola, 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
Arcola, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Arcola, IL

Average visibility in March - Arcola, 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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