March weather forecast
De Soto, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in De Soto, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). March in De Soto, Illinois, is noted for a mean low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In De Soto, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In De Soto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in De Soto, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in De Soto is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, in De Soto, sunrise is at 6:42 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 is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in De Soto, Illinois, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in De Soto?

The high-temperature during March is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in De Soto?

The average relative humidity in March in De Soto, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in De Soto?

In De Soto, Illinois, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in De Soto in March?

In De Soto, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does De Soto have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in De Soto?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in De Soto is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in De Soto?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in De Soto is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
De Soto, IL

Average temperature in March - De Soto, 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 (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
De Soto, IL

Average pressure in March - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IL

Average wind speed in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
De Soto, IL

Average humidity in March - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IL

Average rainfall in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
De Soto, IL

Average rainfall days in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
De Soto, IL

Average snowfall in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

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

Average snowfall days in March
De Soto, IL

Average snowfall days in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
De Soto, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - De Soto, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
De Soto, IL

Average sunshine days in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
De Soto, IL

Average UV index in March - De Soto, 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
De Soto, IL

Average cloud cover in March - De Soto, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
De Soto, IL

Average visibility in March - De Soto, 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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