March weather forecast
Gilman, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Gilman, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March, Gilman experiences a low-temperature average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In Gilman, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gilman, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.7 rainfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gilman, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Gilman, 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Gilman, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Gilman, in March, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Gilman, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gilman, IL

Average temperature in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Gilman, IL

Average pressure in March - Gilman, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gilman, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Gilman, IL

Average humidity in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Gilman, IL

Average rainfall in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Gilman, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gilman, IL

Average snowfall in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gilman, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Gilman, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gilman, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gilman, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Gilman, IL

Average UV index in March - Gilman, 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
Gilman, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Gilman, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Gilman, IL

Average visibility in March - Gilman, 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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