March weather forecast
Prairie du Rocher, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prairie du Rocher, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Prairie du Rocher in March sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in February to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). In Prairie du Rocher, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Prairie du Rocher, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Prairie du Rocher aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prairie du Rocher, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Prairie du Rocher experiences an average high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prairie du Rocher?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Prairie du Rocher aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length in Prairie du Rocher is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Prairie du Rocher?

On the first day of March in Prairie du Rocher, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average temperature in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average pressure in March - Prairie du Rocher, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average wind speed in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

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

Average humidity in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average humidity in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average rainfall in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average snowfall in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prairie du Rocher, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average UV index in March - Prairie du Rocher, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Prairie du Rocher, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Prairie du Rocher, IL

Average visibility in March - Prairie du Rocher, 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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