March weather forecast
Clayton, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Clayton, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Clayton observes an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Clayton, there are 132 rainfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Clayton, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Clayton, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Clayton in March?

In Clayton, in March, the average high-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Clayton, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Clayton, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clayton, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Clayton have in March?

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 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Clayton, IL

Average temperature in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Clayton, IL

Average pressure in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Clayton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Clayton, IL

Average humidity in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Clayton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clayton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clayton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Clayton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Clayton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Clayton, IL

Average visibility in March - Clayton, 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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