March weather forecast
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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Birds, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in February to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 35.83" (910mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Birds, Illinois, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Birds, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:13 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Birds is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Birds in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Birds, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Birds, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Birds, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Birds have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Birds have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Birds, IL

Average temperature in March - Birds, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Birds, IL

Average pressure in March - Birds, 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
Birds, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Birds, IL

Average humidity in March - Birds, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Birds, IL

Average rainfall in March - Birds, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Birds, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Birds, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Birds, IL

Average snowfall in March - Birds, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Birds, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Birds, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Birds, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Birds, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Birds, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Birds, IL

Average UV index in March - Birds, 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
Birds, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Birds, IL

Average visibility in March - Birds, 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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