March weather forecast
Greenville, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Greenville, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

In Greenville, the onset of March comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Greenville, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Greenville, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Greenville aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.3 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) 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 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 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 Greenville, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Greenville, is 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Greenville aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Greenville have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Greenville?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Greenville, IL

Average temperature in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Greenville, IL

Average pressure in March - Greenville, 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
Greenville, IL

Average wind speed in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Greenville, IL

Average rainfall in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Greenville, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Greenville, IL

Average snowfall in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Greenville, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Greenville, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Greenville, IL

Average UV index in March - Greenville, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Greenville, IL

Average visibility in March - Greenville, 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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