March weather forecast
Broughton, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Broughton, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Broughton sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). An average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is common in Broughton during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Broughton is 77%.

Rainfall

In Broughton, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Broughton, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Broughton are January through April, October through December. In Broughton, Illinois, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Broughton, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Broughton, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Broughton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Broughton, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Broughton?

In Broughton, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Broughton?

In March, in Broughton, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Broughton?

In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Broughton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Broughton?

On the first day of March in Broughton, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

In Broughton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Broughton?

In Broughton, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Broughton, IL

Average temperature in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Broughton, IL

Average pressure in March - Broughton, 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
Broughton, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Broughton, IL

Average humidity in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Broughton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Broughton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Broughton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Broughton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Broughton, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Broughton, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Broughton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Broughton, IL

Average UV index in March - Broughton, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Broughton, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Broughton, IL

Average visibility in March - Broughton, 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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