March weather forecast
Carterville, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carterville, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

As Carterville, Illinois, transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Carterville, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Carterville, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Carterville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Carterville, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Carterville?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Carterville, is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Carterville, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carterville in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 in Carterville?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Carterville is 4. 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
Carterville, IL

Average temperature in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Carterville, IL

Average pressure in March - Carterville, 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
Carterville, IL

Average wind speed in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Carterville, IL

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

Average rainfall in March
Carterville, IL

Average rainfall in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Carterville, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carterville, IL

Average snowfall in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carterville, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Carterville, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carterville, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Carterville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Carterville, IL

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

Average cloud cover in March
Carterville, IL

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

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

Average visibility in March
Carterville, IL

Average visibility in March - Carterville, 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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