March weather forecast
Ashland, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Ashland, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Ashland's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ashland, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Ashland, 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ashland?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ashland, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ashland, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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?

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 Ashland have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashland, IL

Average pressure in March - Ashland, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ashland, IL

Average wind speed in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashland, IL

Average humidity in March - Ashland, 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
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashland, IL

Average snowfall in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashland, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Ashland, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashland, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Ashland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashland, IL

Average UV index in March - Ashland, 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
Ashland, IL

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

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

Average visibility in March
Ashland, IL

Average visibility in March - Ashland, 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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