March weather forecast
Putnam, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Putnam, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). An average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Putnam, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Putnam, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Putnam, Illinois, there are 151.3 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Putnam are January through April, October through December. In Putnam, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Putnam, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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 in Putnam is 6.4h.

UV index

In Putnam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Putnam?

The high-temperature, in March, in Putnam, is 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Putnam?

The average relative humidity in March in Putnam, Illinois, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Putnam in March?

In Putnam, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Putnam in March?

In Putnam, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Putnam have in March?

In Putnam, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Putnam?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Putnam, Illinois, 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 Putnam have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Putnam is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Putnam?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Putnam is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Putnam, IL

Average temperature in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Putnam, IL

Average pressure in March - Putnam, 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
Putnam, IL

Average wind speed in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Putnam, IL

Average humidity in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Putnam, IL

Average rainfall in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Putnam, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Putnam, IL

Average snowfall in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Putnam, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Putnam, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Putnam, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Putnam, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Putnam, IL

Average UV index in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Putnam, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Putnam, IL

Average visibility in March - Putnam, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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