March weather forecast
Eldorado, IL

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in February to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Eldorado records an average nighttime low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eldorado, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Eldorado, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Eldorado, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Eldorado?

In March, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Eldorado have in March?

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

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Eldorado, IL

Average temperature in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average pressure in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average wind speed in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average humidity in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average rainfall in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average snowfall in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average UV index in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Eldorado, 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
Eldorado, IL

Average visibility in March - Eldorado, 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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