March weather forecast
Pecatonica, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Pecatonica, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from February's freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). The low-temperature average for Pecatonica during March stands at a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pecatonica, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.6 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pecatonica, in March, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Pecatonica, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Pecatonica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Pecatonica, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Pecatonica, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pecatonica, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pecatonica, in March, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Pecatonica have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average pressure in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average wind speed in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average humidity in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Pecatonica, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pecatonica, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Pecatonica, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pecatonica, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average visibility in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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