March weather forecast
McConnell, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McConnell, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

In McConnell, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In McConnell, in March, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McConnell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In McConnell, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:24 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 McConnell, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in McConnell is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in McConnell are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In McConnell, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in McConnell in March?

In McConnell, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In McConnell, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:24 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in McConnell is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
McConnell, IL

Average temperature in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in March
McConnell, IL

Average pressure in March - McConnell, 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
McConnell, IL

Average wind speed in March - McConnell, 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
McConnell, IL

Average humidity in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
McConnell, IL

Average rainfall in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
McConnell, IL

Average rainfall days in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
McConnell, IL

Average snowfall in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McConnell, IL

Average snowfall days in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
McConnell, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McConnell, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
McConnell, IL

Average sunshine days in March - McConnell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
McConnell, IL

Average UV index in March - McConnell, 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
McConnell, IL

Average cloud cover in March - McConnell, 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 33).

Average visibility in March
McConnell, IL

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

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

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