March weather forecast
Mount Carmel, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Carmel, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). The temperature in Mount Carmel dips to an average of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Mount Carmel, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Mount Carmel, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Carmel are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Carmel, there are 21 snowfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mount Carmel is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Mount Carmel, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Mount Carmel, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Mount Carmel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mount Carmel in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Mount Carmel, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Carmel?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mount Carmel is 77%.

How much does it rain in Mount Carmel in March?

In Mount Carmel, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mount Carmel in March?

In Mount Carmel, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Carmel?

The average day length in March in Mount Carmel, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Carmel?

On the first day of March in Mount Carmel, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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

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

In Mount Carmel, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mount Carmel?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average temperature in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average pressure in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Carmel, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average humidity in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average rainfall in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average snowfall in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Carmel, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average UV index in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Mount Carmel, IL

Average visibility in March - Mount Carmel, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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