March weather forecast
Pontoon Beach, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Pontoon Beach, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Pontoon Beach records an average nighttime low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in March.

Humidity

In Pontoon Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pontoon Beach, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Pontoon Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Pontoon Beach aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Pontoon Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pontoon Beach?

In Pontoon Beach, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Pontoon Beach. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Pontoon Beach aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Pontoon Beach, 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 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Pontoon Beach?

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 Pontoon Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pontoon Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average temperature in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average pressure in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average wind speed in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average humidity in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average rainfall in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average snowfall in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pontoon Beach, 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 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average UV index in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Pontoon Beach, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Pontoon Beach, IL

Average visibility in March - Pontoon Beach, 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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