March weather forecast
Astoria, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Astoria, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 37.4°F (3°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Astoria, Illinois, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Astoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Astoria, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Astoria, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Astoria is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Astoria, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Astoria, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Astoria in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Astoria during March are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Astoria?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Astoria?

In Astoria, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Astoria in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Astoria have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Astoria?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Astoria, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Astoria, Illinois, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Astoria?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk 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
Astoria, IL

Average temperature in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Astoria, IL

Average pressure in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Astoria, IL

Average wind speed in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

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

Average humidity in March
Astoria, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Astoria, IL

Average rainfall in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Astoria, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Astoria, IL

Average snowfall in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Astoria, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Astoria, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Astoria, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Astoria, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Astoria, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Astoria, IL

Average UV index in March - Astoria, 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
Astoria, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Astoria, IL

Average visibility in March - Astoria, 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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