March weather forecast
Poplar Grove, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Poplar Grove, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Poplar Grove records an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Poplar Grove is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Poplar Grove, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Poplar Grove, Illinois, there are 154 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Poplar Grove are January through April, October through December. In Poplar Grove, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Poplar Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.3 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Poplar Grove is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Poplar Grove, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 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

The average sunshine in March in Poplar Grove is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Poplar Grove?

During March, Poplar Grove experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Poplar Grove?

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

How much does it rain in Poplar Grove in March?

In Poplar Grove, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Poplar Grove in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Poplar Grove?

In Poplar Grove, Illinois, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Poplar Grove?

On the first day of March in Poplar Grove, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Poplar Grove?

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 Poplar Grove have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Poplar Grove?

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

Average temperature in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°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 (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Poplar Grove, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average wind speed in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average humidity in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average rainfall in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average snowfall in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Poplar Grove, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Poplar Grove, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average UV index in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Poplar Grove, IL

Average visibility in March - Poplar Grove, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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