March weather forecast
Elba, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elba, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in February to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Elba witnesses an average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Elba, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elba, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elba, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. In Elba, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elba, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elba, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Elba, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Elba, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Elba, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elba in March?

In Elba, in March, the average high-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elba?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Elba?

In Elba, in March, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elba in March?

In Elba, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elba have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Elba?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Elba, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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

In Elba, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Elba?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Elba, Illinois, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elba, IL

Average temperature in March - Elba, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.2°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 (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Elba, IL

Average pressure in March - Elba, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elba, IL

Average wind speed in March - Elba, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Elba, IL

Average humidity in March - Elba, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Elba, IL

Average rainfall in March - Elba, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Elba, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Elba, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elba, IL

Average snowfall in March - Elba, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

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
Elba, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Elba, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elba, 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 2min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elba, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Elba, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Elba, IL

Average UV index in March - Elba, 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
Elba, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Elba, IL

Average visibility in March - Elba, 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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