March weather forecast
Grantfork, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grantfork, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). In March, Grantfork experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Grantfork, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.6 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Grantfork aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:21 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 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 health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grantfork in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Grantfork, records 53.4°F (11.9°C), while the low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Grantfork, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Grantfork?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Grantfork aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grantfork have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Grantfork, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Grantfork, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grantfork, IL

Average temperature in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Grantfork, IL

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

Average wind speed in March
Grantfork, IL

Average wind speed in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Grantfork, IL

Average humidity in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Grantfork, IL

Average rainfall in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Grantfork, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grantfork, IL

Average snowfall in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grantfork, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 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
Grantfork, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Grantfork, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Grantfork, IL

Average UV index in March - Grantfork, 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
Grantfork, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Grantfork, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Grantfork, IL

Average visibility in March - Grantfork, 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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