March weather forecast
Marquette Heights, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marquette Heights, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Marquette Heights observes an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Marquette Heights. In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Marquette Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Marquette Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Marquette Heights, is 49.3°F (9.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Marquette Heights, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Marquette Heights, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 many hours of sunshine does Marquette Heights have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average temperature in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average pressure in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average wind speed in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average humidity in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average rainfall in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average snowfall in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average UV index in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average visibility in March - Marquette Heights, 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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