March weather forecast
East Saint Louis, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in East Saint Louis, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, East Saint Louis sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). During March, East Saint Louis consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in East Saint Louis, Illinois, is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In East Saint Louis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, East Saint Louis aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In East Saint Louis, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Saint Louis, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for East Saint Louis in March?

East Saint Louis in March has an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In East Saint Louis, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Saint Louis?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, East Saint Louis aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in East Saint Louis?

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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average temperature in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average pressure in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average wind speed in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average humidity in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average rainfall in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average rainfall days in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average snowfall in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average snowfall days in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
East Saint Louis, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East Saint Louis, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average sunshine days in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average UV index in March - East Saint Louis, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average cloud cover in March - East Saint Louis, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
East Saint Louis, IL

Average visibility in March - East Saint Louis, 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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