March weather forecast
Bishop Hill, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bishop Hill, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

Bishop Hill's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in Bishop Hill.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bishop Hill, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bishop Hill, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bishop Hill, in March, during 4.4 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bishop Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Bishop Hill, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In Bishop Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from 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 is the temperature in March in Bishop Hill?

During March, Bishop Hill experiences an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bishop Hill?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bishop Hill, Illinois, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bishop Hill in March?

In March, in Bishop Hill, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bishop Hill in March?

In Bishop Hill, Illinois, in March, during 4.4 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bishop Hill?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bishop Hill?

On the first day of March in Bishop Hill, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bishop Hill?

In Bishop Hill, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average temperature in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average pressure in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bishop Hill, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average humidity in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average rainfall in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average snowfall in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Bishop Hill, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average UV index in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Bishop Hill, IL

Average visibility in March - Bishop Hill, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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