March weather forecast
Erie, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Erie, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from an icy 32°F (0°C) in February to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Erie witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Erie is 76%.

Rainfall

In Erie, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Erie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.7 days and collects up to 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Erie are January through April, October through December. In Erie, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Erie, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Erie, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Erie, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Erie?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Erie, Illinois, are 46.4°F (8°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Erie?

The average relative humidity in March in Erie is 76%.

How much does it rain in Erie in March?

In Erie, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Erie in March?

In March, in Erie, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Erie is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Erie?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Erie, Illinois, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Erie?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Erie, IL

Average temperature in March - Erie, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Erie, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Erie, IL

Average wind speed in March - Erie, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Erie, IL

Average humidity in March - Erie, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Erie, IL

Average rainfall in March - Erie, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Erie, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Erie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Erie, IL

Average snowfall in March - Erie, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Erie, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Erie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Erie, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Erie, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Erie, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Erie, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Erie, IL

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

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

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