March weather forecast
Eureka, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Eureka, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Eureka is 75%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Eureka, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Eureka. In Eureka, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Eureka, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Eureka is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Eureka, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Eureka, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Eureka?

The high-temperature, in March, in Eureka, records 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Eureka?

In March, the average relative humidity in Eureka is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Eureka?

In March, in Eureka, Illinois, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Eureka in March?

In Eureka, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Eureka have in March?

In March, the average day length in Eureka, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Eureka?

On the first day of March in Eureka, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

In Eureka, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Eureka?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Eureka 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Eureka, IL

Average temperature in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Eureka, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Eureka, IL

Average wind speed in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Eureka, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Eureka, IL

Average rainfall in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Eureka, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Eureka, IL

Average snowfall in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Eureka, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Eureka, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Eureka, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Eureka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Eureka, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Eureka, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Eureka, IL

Average visibility in March - Eureka, 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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