March weather forecast
Augusta, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Augusta, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). An average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Augusta, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.4 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Augusta, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Augusta, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Augusta, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Augusta, records 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Augusta, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Augusta have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Augusta, IL

Average pressure in March - Augusta, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Augusta, IL

Average wind speed in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Augusta, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Augusta, IL

Average rainfall in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Augusta, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Augusta, IL

Average snowfall in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Augusta, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Augusta, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Augusta, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Augusta, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Augusta, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Augusta, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Augusta, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Augusta, IL

Average visibility in March - Augusta, 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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