March weather forecast
Cambridge, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cambridge, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Cambridge sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout March, Cambridge witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Cambridge, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cambridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cambridge, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cambridge, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cambridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 6:44 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

In Cambridge, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cambridge in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cambridge, is 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cambridge?

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

How much does it rain in Cambridge in March?

In Cambridge, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cambridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cambridge is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cambridge?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Cambridge, IL

Average pressure in March - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, IL

Average wind speed in March - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, IL

Average humidity in March - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, IL

Average rainfall in March - Cambridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Cambridge, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Cambridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cambridge, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cambridge, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Cambridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Cambridge, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cambridge, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cambridge, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Cambridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Cambridge, IL

Average UV index in March - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cambridge, IL

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

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

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