March weather forecast
Hamel, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Hamel, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). An average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In Hamel, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hamel, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hamel are January through April, November and December. In Hamel, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hamel, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hamel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:22 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 in Hamel is 6.4h.

UV index

In Hamel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Hamel?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Hamel?

In Hamel, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Hamel in March?

In Hamel, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hamel in March?

In Hamel, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hamel have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hamel?

On the first day of March in Hamel, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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 Hamel?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hamel?

In Hamel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hamel, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Hamel, IL

Average pressure in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Hamel, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Hamel, IL

Average humidity in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Hamel, IL

Average rainfall in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Hamel, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hamel, IL

Average snowfall in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hamel, IL

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hamel, 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
Hamel, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Hamel, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hamel, IL

Average UV index in March - Hamel, 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
Hamel, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Hamel, IL

Average visibility in March - Hamel, 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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