March weather forecast
Galva, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Galva, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

March comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Galva records a consistent low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Galva, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Galva. In Galva, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
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 7:24 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 Galva, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Galva experiences an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Galva?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Galva, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Galva, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galva have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 7:24 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 many hours of sunshine does Galva have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in March
Galva, IL

Average temperature in March - Galva, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Galva, IL

Average pressure in March - Galva, 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
Galva, IL

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

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

Average humidity in March
Galva, IL

Average humidity in March - Galva, 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
Galva, IL

Average rainfall in March - Galva, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Galva, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Galva, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galva, IL

Average snowfall in March - Galva, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Galva, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Galva, IL

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galva, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Galva, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Galva, IL

Average UV index in March - Galva, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Galva, IL

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

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

Average visibility in March
Galva, IL

Average visibility in March - Galva, 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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