March weather forecast
Lee, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lee, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In Lee, the expected average low-temperature for March is a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lee, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Lee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lee, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lee, Illinois, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 March, the average sunshine in Lee is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lee is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Lee?

The high-temperature, in March, in Lee, records 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lee?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Lee?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Lee?

In Lee, Illinois, in March, during 5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lee?

In Lee, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lee?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Lee, Illinois, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lee?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lee, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lee, IL

Average temperature in March - Lee, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lee, IL

Average pressure in March - Lee, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lee, IL

Average wind speed in March - Lee, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lee, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Lee, IL

Average rainfall in March - Lee, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Lee, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Lee, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lee, IL

Average snowfall in March - Lee, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lee, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Lee, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Lee, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lee, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Lee, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Lee, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lee, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Lee, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Lee, IL

Average visibility in March - Lee, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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