March weather forecast
Pocahontas, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Pocahontas, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Pocahontas's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in February to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an icy 37°F (2.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Pocahontas aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Pocahontas, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.3 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 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

The average sunshine in March in Pocahontas is 6.4h.

UV index

In Pocahontas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Pocahontas, 53.1°F (11.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Pocahontas, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Pocahontas aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 6:43 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 Pocahontas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average temperature in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average pressure in March - Pocahontas, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pocahontas, IL

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

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

Average humidity in March
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pocahontas, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average UV index in March - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average visibility in March - Pocahontas, 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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