March weather forecast
Galt, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Galt, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Galt, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Galt, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Galt, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Galt, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Galt 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Galt, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Galt, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Galt, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

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

Average temperature in March - Galt, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°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 (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Galt, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Galt, IL

Average wind speed in March - Galt, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Galt, IL

Average humidity in March - Galt, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Galt, IL

Average rainfall in March - Galt, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Galt, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Galt, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galt, IL

Average snowfall in March - Galt, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Galt, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Galt, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Galt, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Galt, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galt, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Galt, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Galt, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Galt, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Galt, IL

Average visibility in March - Galt, 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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