March weather forecast
Farmington, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Farmington, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Farmington averages to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Farmington, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.3 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Farmington, during March, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Farmington, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:24 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Farmington is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Farmington?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Farmington, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Farmington?

The average relative humidity in March in Farmington, Illinois, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Farmington in March?

In Farmington, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Farmington?

In March, in Farmington, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Farmington?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Farmington, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Farmington is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Farmington?

In Farmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Farmington, IL

Average temperature in March - Farmington, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°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 (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Farmington, IL

Average pressure in March - Farmington, 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
Farmington, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Farmington, IL

Average humidity in March - Farmington, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Farmington, IL

Average rainfall in March - Farmington, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Farmington, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Farmington, IL

Average snowfall in March - Farmington, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Farmington, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Farmington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Farmington, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Farmington, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Farmington, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Farmington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Farmington, IL

Average UV index in March - Farmington, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Farmington, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Farmington, IL

Average visibility in March - Farmington, 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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