March weather forecast
Elwin, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Elwin, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Elwin sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). During the month of March, Elwin anticipates a mean low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elwin, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Elwin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Elwin. In Elwin, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Elwin is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Elwin, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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

In Elwin, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elwin, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Elwin, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elwin have in March?

In Elwin, 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 6:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:19 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Elwin, IL

Average temperature in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Elwin, IL

Average pressure in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elwin, IL

Average wind speed in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Elwin, IL

Average humidity in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Elwin, IL

Average rainfall in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Elwin, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elwin, IL

Average snowfall in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elwin, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Elwin, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elwin, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Elwin, IL

Average UV index in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elwin, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Elwin, IL

Average visibility in March - Elwin, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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