March weather forecast
Cowden, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Cowden, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cowden, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cowden, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cowden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Cowden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Cowden?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Cowden, is 52.2°F (11.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cowden, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Cowden?

In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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 Cowden have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cowden?

In Cowden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cowden, IL

Average temperature in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.2°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Cowden, IL

Average pressure in March - Cowden, 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
Cowden, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Cowden, IL

Average humidity in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Cowden, IL

Average rainfall in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Cowden, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cowden, IL

Average snowfall in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cowden, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Cowden, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cowden, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Cowden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cowden, IL

Average UV index in March - Cowden, 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
Cowden, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cowden, IL

Average visibility in March - Cowden, 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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