March weather forecast
Paris, IL

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Weather in March

March symbolizes spring's advent, bringing milder weather to Paris, Illinois. As temperatures climb to a high of 50.4°F (10.2°C), the city begins to thaw. March stands distinct with higher rainfall quantities than February, creating vibrantly verdant landscapes. The city bustles with people savoring the warmer days and chilly evenings. Transitional March weather ushers in a period of steady climatic change evolving towards the much pleasant April.

Temperature

March's arrival in Paris coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Paris's average low-temperature in March is measured at a wintry 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Paris, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paris, there are 23.7 snowfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Paris, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Paris, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Paris, is 50.4°F (10.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Paris, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Paris have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Paris, IL

Average temperature in March - Paris, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Paris, IL

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

Average wind speed in March
Paris, IL

Average wind speed in March - Paris, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Paris, IL

Average humidity in March - Paris, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Paris, IL

Average rainfall in March - Paris, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Paris, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Paris, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paris, IL

Average snowfall in March - Paris, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paris, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Paris, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Paris, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paris, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paris, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Paris, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Paris, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Paris, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Paris, 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 June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Paris, IL

Average visibility in March - Paris, 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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