March weather forecast
Christopher, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Christopher, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55°F (12.8°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). The average temperature during March nights in Christopher is registered at a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Christopher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Christopher, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Christopher, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
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 March, 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 Christopher, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 55°F (12.8°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Christopher, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Christopher have in March?

In March, the average day length 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 many hours of sunshine does Christopher have in March?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Christopher, IL

Average temperature in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Christopher, IL

Average pressure in March - Christopher, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Christopher, IL

Average wind speed in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Christopher, IL

Average humidity in March - Christopher, 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
Christopher, IL

Average rainfall in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Christopher, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Christopher, IL

Average snowfall in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Christopher, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Christopher, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Christopher, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Christopher, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Christopher, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Christopher, IL

Average UV index in March - Christopher, 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
Christopher, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Christopher, 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 and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Christopher, IL

Average visibility in March - Christopher, 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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