March weather forecast
Paw Paw, IL

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Weather in March

March weather in Paw crests the wave between the bitter winter and the burgeoning spring. It is a month where the snowy landscapes transition to blooming greenery. Everything springs to life as the temperature elevates to an average high of 46°F (7.8°C), giving a warm kiss to the dormant flora. Headlining the characteristics of March is the significant leap in rainfall with a recorded 0.63" (16mm). As the temperature soars relative to previous months, March also ushers in longer hours of sunshine, signifying the end of Winter's grasp and the birth of the more temperate seasons.

Temperature

Paw's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) in February to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In Paw, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Paw, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Paw, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Paw, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paw, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Paw, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Paw, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Paw, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Paw, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Paw have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Paw?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average temperature in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Paw Paw, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Paw Paw, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Paw Paw, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average snowfall in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average UV index in March - Paw Paw, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Paw Paw, IL

Average visibility in March - Paw Paw, 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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