March weather forecast
New Minden, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in New Minden, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, New Minden sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Minden, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.8 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Minden are January through April, September, November and December. In New Minden, in March, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In New Minden, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:20 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 is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in New Minden in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Minden, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Minden have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in New Minden?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:20 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Minden, IL

Average temperature in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°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 (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in March
New Minden, IL

Average pressure in March - New Minden, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Minden, IL

Average wind speed in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
New Minden, IL

Average humidity in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
New Minden, IL

Average rainfall in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
New Minden, IL

Average rainfall days in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Minden, IL

Average snowfall in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Minden, IL

Average snowfall days in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Minden, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Minden, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Minden, IL

Average sunshine days in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Minden, IL

Average UV index in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
New Minden, IL

Average cloud cover in March - New Minden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
New Minden, IL

Average visibility in March - New Minden, 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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