March weather forecast
Nelson, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Nelson, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nelson, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Nelson, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Nelson is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Nelson, Illinois, is 6.4h.

UV index

In Nelson, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Nelson?

During March, Nelson experiences an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Nelson?

In Nelson, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Nelson in March?

In Nelson, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Nelson?

In Nelson, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Nelson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

In Nelson, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Nelson?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Nelson, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value 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
Nelson, IL

Average temperature in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Nelson, IL

Average pressure in March - Nelson, 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
Nelson, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Nelson, IL

Average humidity in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Nelson, IL

Average rainfall in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Nelson, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nelson, IL

Average snowfall in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nelson, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Nelson, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nelson, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nelson, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Nelson, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Nelson, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Nelson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Nelson, IL

Average visibility in March - Nelson, 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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