March weather forecast
Dix, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dix, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in February to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is observed in Dix.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dix, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dix, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dix, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) 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 5:49 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dix is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dix in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Dix, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:49 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Dix, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dix, IL

Average temperature in March - Dix, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Dix, IL

Average pressure in March - Dix, 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
Dix, IL

Average wind speed in March - Dix, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Dix, IL

Average humidity in March - Dix, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Dix, IL

Average rainfall in March - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Dix, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dix, IL

Average snowfall in March - Dix, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Dix, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Dix, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dix, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dix, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dix, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Dix, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dix, IL

Average UV index in March - Dix, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Dix, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Dix, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Dix, IL

Average visibility in March - Dix, 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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