March weather forecast
Palmer, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Palmer, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Palmer's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 39.2°F (4°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Palmer's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmer, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Palmer, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Palmer, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmer in March?

Palmer in March has an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palmer?

In Palmer, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Palmer, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Palmer?

In Palmer, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Palmer, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:21 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Palmer, IL

Average pressure in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Palmer, IL

Average wind speed in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Palmer, IL

Average humidity in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Palmer, IL

Average rainfall in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Palmer, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Palmer, IL

Average snowfall in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Palmer, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Palmer, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Palmer, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Palmer, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Palmer, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Palmer, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Palmer, IL

Average visibility in March - Palmer, 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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