March weather forecast
Oquawka, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oquawka, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average high of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

As Oquawka enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) of February to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). During March, the average low-temperature is an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oquawka, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oquawka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Oquawka, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Oquawka, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Oquawka is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 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 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Oquawka in March?

In Oquawka, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oquawka have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:28 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 many hours of sunshine does Oquawka have in March?

In Oquawka, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Oquawka, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oquawka, IL

Average temperature in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Oquawka, IL

Average pressure in March - Oquawka, 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
Oquawka, IL

Average wind speed in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

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

Average humidity in March
Oquawka, IL

Average humidity in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Oquawka, IL

Average rainfall in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Oquawka, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oquawka, IL

Average snowfall in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oquawka, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Oquawka, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oquawka, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oquawka, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Oquawka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Oquawka, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Oquawka, IL

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

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 30).

Average visibility in March
Oquawka, IL

Average visibility in March - Oquawka, 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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