March weather forecast
Mendota, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Mendota, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 46°F (7.8°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

Mendota's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Throughout March, Mendota witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mendota, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mendota, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mendota, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mendota, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 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 March, the average sunshine in Mendota is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. 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

What are March temperatures in Mendota?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Mendota, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mendota?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mendota is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mendota?

In Mendota, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mendota?

In Mendota, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mendota?

On the first day of March in Mendota, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mendota is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mendota?

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

Average temperature in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Mendota, IL

Average pressure in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Mendota, IL

Average wind speed in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

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
Mendota, IL

Average humidity in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Mendota, IL

Average rainfall in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Mendota, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mendota, IL

Average snowfall in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mendota, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Mendota, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mendota, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Mendota, IL

Average UV index in March - Mendota, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mendota, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Mendota, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Mendota, IL

Average visibility in March - Mendota, 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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