March weather forecast
Grand Ridge, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Ridge, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is observed during March nights.

Humidity

In Grand Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Grand Ridge, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grand Ridge, in March, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, 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 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

Grand Ridge in March has an average high-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Grand Ridge, in March, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Ridge have in March?

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 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 many hours of sunshine does Grand Ridge have in March?

In Grand Ridge, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

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 moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average temperature in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average pressure in March - Grand Ridge, 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
Grand Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average humidity in March - Grand Ridge, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Grand Ridge, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Ridge, 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 2min

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
Grand Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average UV index in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

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 32).

Average visibility in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average visibility in March - Grand Ridge, 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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