March weather forecast
Galesburg, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Galesburg, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Galesburg's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). In Galesburg, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Galesburg, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Galesburg, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Galesburg, in March, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Galesburg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly 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 are the temperatures in Galesburg in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Galesburg?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Galesburg in March?

In Galesburg, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Galesburg?

In March, in Galesburg, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Galesburg have in March?

The average day length in March in Galesburg, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Galesburg?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Galesburg, IL

Average temperature in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Galesburg, IL

Average pressure in March - Galesburg, 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
Galesburg, IL

Average wind speed in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Galesburg, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Galesburg, IL

Average rainfall in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Galesburg, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galesburg, IL

Average snowfall in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Galesburg, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Galesburg, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galesburg, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Galesburg, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Galesburg, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Galesburg, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

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
Galesburg, IL

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

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

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