March weather forecast
Monmouth, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Monmouth, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) in February to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Monmouth, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Monmouth, is 48°F (8.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Monmouth, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Monmouth have in March?

In Monmouth, 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 6:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Monmouth have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°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 (17.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Monmouth, IL

Average pressure in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Monmouth, IL

Average wind speed in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Monmouth, IL

Average humidity in March - Monmouth, 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
Monmouth, IL

Average rainfall in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Monmouth, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Monmouth, IL

Average snowfall in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Monmouth, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Monmouth, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Monmouth, IL

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

Average sunshine days in March
Monmouth, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Monmouth, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Monmouth, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Monmouth, 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
Monmouth, IL

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

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

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