March weather forecast
Athens, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Athens, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Athens's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, in Athens, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Athens, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.3 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Athens, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Athens is 6.5h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of 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 are the temperatures in Athens in March?

In March, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Athens?

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

How much does it rain in Athens in March?

In Athens, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Athens in March?

In Athens, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Athens?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Athens is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Athens?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Athens, IL

Average temperature in March - Athens, 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 (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°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
Athens, IL

Average pressure in March - Athens, 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
Athens, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Athens, IL

Average humidity in March - Athens, 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
Athens, IL

Average rainfall in March - Athens, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Athens, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Athens, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Athens, IL

Average snowfall in March - Athens, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Athens, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Athens, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Athens, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Athens, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Athens, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Athens, IL

Average UV index in March - Athens, 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
Athens, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Athens, IL

Average visibility in March - Athens, 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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