March weather forecast
Old Gilchrist, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Old Gilchrist, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

In Old Gilchrist, the average high-temperature in March increases from a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). Old Gilchrist experiences a mean low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In Old Gilchrist, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Old Gilchrist, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Old Gilchrist, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.3 days and collects up to 17.72" (450mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Old Gilchrist, in March, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Old Gilchrist, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Old Gilchrist, 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 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Old Gilchrist, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Old Gilchrist, the average high-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Old Gilchrist is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Old Gilchrist, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Old Gilchrist?

In Old Gilchrist, Illinois, in March, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Old Gilchrist, 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 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:27 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?

In Old Gilchrist, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average temperature in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average pressure in March - Old Gilchrist, 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average wind speed in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average humidity in March - Old Gilchrist, 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average rainfall in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average snowfall in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Old Gilchrist, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average UV index in March - Old Gilchrist, 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average visibility in March - Old Gilchrist, 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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