March weather forecast
Mackinaw, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mackinaw, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's wintry 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mackinaw, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.2 rainfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mackinaw. In March, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mackinaw, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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 Mackinaw, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Mackinaw, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Mackinaw?

Mackinaw in March has an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mackinaw?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mackinaw is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mackinaw?

In Mackinaw, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mackinaw?

In March, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mackinaw?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Mackinaw?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mackinaw is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average temperature in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Mackinaw, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average wind speed in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average humidity in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average rainfall in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mackinaw, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Mackinaw, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mackinaw, IL

Average UV index in March - Mackinaw, 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
Mackinaw, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Mackinaw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Mackinaw, IL

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

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

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