March weather forecast
Garden Prairie, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Garden Prairie, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In the month of March, Garden Prairie witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Garden Prairie, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Garden Prairie, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Garden Prairie, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Garden Prairie, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Garden Prairie?

The high-temperature, in March, in Garden Prairie, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Garden Prairie is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Garden Prairie have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Garden Prairie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Garden Prairie, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Garden Prairie?

In Garden Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average temperature in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average pressure in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average wind speed in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average humidity in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Garden Prairie, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Garden Prairie, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average UV index in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average visibility in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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