March weather forecast
Brighton, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Brighton, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Brighton's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, during March, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Brighton aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Brighton, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 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

In March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Brighton, the average high-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Brighton, in March, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Brighton. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Brighton aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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 Brighton have in March?

In Brighton, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Brighton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Brighton, IL

Average temperature in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Brighton, IL

Average pressure in March - Brighton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Brighton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Brighton, IL

Average humidity in March - Brighton, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Brighton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Brighton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Brighton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Brighton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Brighton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Brighton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Brighton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Brighton, IL

Average UV index in March - Brighton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Brighton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Brighton, IL

Average visibility in March - Brighton, 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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