March weather forecast
Mapleton, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Mapleton, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.3°F (9.6°C) and min 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature records at a wintry 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mapleton are January through April, October through December. In Mapleton, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mapleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mapleton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Mapleton, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mapleton in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Mapleton, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mapleton, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mapleton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mapleton, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Mapleton, IL

Average pressure in March - Mapleton, 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
Mapleton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mapleton, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mapleton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Mapleton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mapleton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mapleton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Mapleton, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mapleton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mapleton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Mapleton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Mapleton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Mapleton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Mapleton, IL

Average visibility in March - Mapleton, 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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