March weather forecast
Ashton, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ashton, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ashton, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Ashton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The high-temperature during March is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ashton, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ashton, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Ashton, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ashton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Ashton have in March?

In Ashton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Ashton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ashton, IL

Average temperature in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashton, IL

Average pressure in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ashton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashton, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 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
Ashton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashton, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Ashton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Ashton, IL

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

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

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