Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Entering March, Princeton sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During the nights in March, Princeton experiences a consistent average temperature of 32°F (0°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Princeton, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 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 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard 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:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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Average temperature in March
Princeton, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Princeton, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Princeton, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Princeton, IL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Princeton, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Princeton, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Princeton, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Princeton, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Princeton, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Princeton, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Princeton, 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
Princeton, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Princeton, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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