March weather forecast
Patoka, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Patoka, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). An average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In Patoka, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 28.39" (721mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Patoka, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Patoka in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Patoka, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Patoka, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Patoka?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Patoka, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Patoka have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Patoka is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Patoka, IL

Average temperature in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Patoka, IL

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

Average wind speed in March
Patoka, IL

Average wind speed in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Patoka, IL

Average humidity in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Patoka, IL

Average rainfall in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Patoka, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Patoka, IL

Average snowfall in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Patoka, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Patoka, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Patoka, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Patoka, IL

Average UV index in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Patoka, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Patoka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Patoka, IL

Average visibility in March - Patoka, 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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