March weather forecast
Grand Tower, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Tower, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

Grand Tower sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). In Grand Tower, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In Grand Tower, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Grand Tower, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grand Tower, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grand Tower are January through April, October through December. In March, in Grand Tower, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grand Tower, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Grand Tower, sunrise is at 6:43 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

In Grand Tower, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grand Tower in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Grand Tower, is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Tower?

In March, the average relative humidity in Grand Tower, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Grand Tower?

In Grand Tower, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grand Tower in March?

In Grand Tower, Illinois, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Grand Tower, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Grand Tower?

On the first day of March in Grand Tower, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Grand Tower?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Grand Tower, Illinois, 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 Tower have in March?

In Grand Tower, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Grand Tower?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Tower is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average temperature in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average pressure in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average wind speed in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average humidity in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average rainfall in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average snowfall in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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 Tower, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average UV index in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Grand Tower, IL

Average visibility in March - Grand Tower, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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