March weather forecast
Olmsted, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Olmsted, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

As Olmsted transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in February to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Olmsted, in March, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Olmsted, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Olmsted, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Olmsted, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Olmsted, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:18 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 in Olmsted is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Olmsted is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Olmsted in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Olmsted, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Olmsted, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Olmsted have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Olmsted, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Olmsted is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Olmsted, IL

Average temperature in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Olmsted, IL

Average pressure in March - Olmsted, 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
Olmsted, IL

Average wind speed in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Olmsted, IL

Average humidity in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Olmsted, IL

Average rainfall in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Olmsted, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olmsted, IL

Average snowfall in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Olmsted, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Olmsted, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Olmsted, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Olmsted, IL

Average UV index in March - Olmsted, 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
Olmsted, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Olmsted, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Olmsted, IL

Average visibility in March - Olmsted, 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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