March weather forecast
Bradford, IL

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

Bradford's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). In Bradford, an average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bradford, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Bradford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bradford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Bradford is 6.6h.

UV index

In Bradford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Bradford, 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Bradford?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Bradford, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bradford, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Bradford is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Bradford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bradford, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Bradford, IL

Average pressure in March - Bradford, 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
Bradford, IL

Average wind speed in March - Bradford, 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
Bradford, IL

Average humidity in March - Bradford, 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
Bradford, IL

Average rainfall in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Bradford, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bradford, IL

Average snowfall in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bradford, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Bradford, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bradford, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bradford, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bradford, IL

Average UV index in March - Bradford, 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
Bradford, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Bradford, IL

Average visibility in March - Bradford, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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