March weather forecast
Ashley, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Ashley, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Ashley's temperature lowers to a mean of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Ashley, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ashley, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ashley, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September, November and December. In Ashley, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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

In March, the average sunshine in Ashley is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ashley in March?

During March, Ashley experiences an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ashley is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ashley, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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 many hours of sunshine does Ashley have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashley is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ashley, IL

Average temperature in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashley, IL

Average pressure in March - Ashley, 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
Ashley, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashley, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashley, IL

Average rainfall in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashley, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashley, IL

Average snowfall in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashley, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ashley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashley, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Ashley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashley, IL

Average UV index in March - Ashley, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashley, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Ashley, IL

Average visibility in March - Ashley, 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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