March weather forecast
Belknap, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Belknap, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Belknap's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Belknap reports an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belknap, Illinois, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Belknap. March is the last month it regularly snows in Belknap. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Belknap aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Belknap, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Belknap, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Belknap, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Belknap?

In March, in Belknap, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Belknap?

The months with the highest humidity in Belknap, Illinois, are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March in Belknap?

In Belknap, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Belknap?

In Belknap, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Belknap?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Belknap. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Belknap aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Belknap have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Belknap?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Belknap?

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

Average temperature in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Belknap, IL

Average pressure in March - Belknap, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Belknap, IL

Average wind speed in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Belknap, IL

Average humidity in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Belknap, IL

Average rainfall in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Belknap, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Belknap, IL

Average snowfall in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Belknap, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Belknap, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Belknap, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Belknap, IL

Average UV index in March - Belknap, 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
Belknap, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Belknap, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Belknap, IL

Average visibility in March - Belknap, 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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