March weather forecast
Cornell, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Cornell, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). March nights in Cornell experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Cornell, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Cornell, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cornell are January through April, October through December. In Cornell, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cornell, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cornell is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Cornell, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 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

The average sunshine in March in Cornell is 6.2h.

UV index

In Cornell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cornell in March?

March temperatures in Cornell, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cornell?

The average relative humidity in March in Cornell, Illinois, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Cornell in March?

In Cornell, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cornell?

In Cornell, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cornell?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cornell?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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

In Cornell, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cornell?

In Cornell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cornell, IL

Average temperature in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Cornell, IL

Average pressure in March - Cornell, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cornell, IL

Average wind speed in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Cornell, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Cornell, IL

Average rainfall in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Cornell, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cornell, IL

Average snowfall in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cornell, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Cornell, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cornell, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cornell, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cornell, IL

Average UV index in March - Cornell, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cornell, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Cornell, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Cornell, IL

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

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

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