March weather forecast
Burnt Prairie, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Burnt Prairie, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During March, Burnt Prairie observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In Burnt Prairie, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Burnt Prairie, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Burnt Prairie aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:15 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 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Burnt Prairie in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Burnt Prairie during March are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Burnt Prairie aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Burnt Prairie?

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 6:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Burnt Prairie, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average pressure in March - Burnt Prairie, 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
Burnt Prairie, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average humidity in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Burnt Prairie, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average UV index in March - Burnt Prairie, 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
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Burnt Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Burnt Prairie, IL

Average visibility in March - Burnt Prairie, 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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