March weather forecast
Bluff Springs, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bluff Springs, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bluff Springs, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bluff Springs, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bluff Springs in March?

In March, in Bluff Springs, the average high-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Bluff Springs, Illinois, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bluff Springs 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 6:33 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Bluff Springs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Bluff Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average temperature in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average pressure in March - Bluff Springs, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average wind speed in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average humidity in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bluff Springs, 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 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average UV index in March - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Bluff Springs, IL

Average visibility in March - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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