March weather forecast
Genoa, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Genoa, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, Genoa's nights cool down to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Genoa, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) 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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Genoa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 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 in Genoa is 6h.

UV index

In Genoa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Genoa, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Genoa?

In Genoa, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Genoa, 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 7:19 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 6h.

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 moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in March
Genoa, IL

Average temperature in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Genoa, IL

Average pressure in March - Genoa, 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
Genoa, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Genoa, IL

Average humidity in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Genoa, IL

Average rainfall in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Genoa, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Genoa, IL

Average snowfall in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Genoa, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Genoa, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Genoa, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Genoa, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Genoa, IL

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

Average cloud cover in March
Genoa, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Genoa, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

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 35).

Average visibility in March
Genoa, IL

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

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

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