March weather forecast
Raleigh, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Raleigh, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Raleigh, Illinois, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Raleigh. In Raleigh, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raleigh, Illinois, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Raleigh, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Raleigh is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Raleigh?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 55.4°F (13°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Raleigh?

The average relative humidity in March in Raleigh is 77%.

How much does it rain in Raleigh in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Raleigh in March?

In Raleigh, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Raleigh have in March?

In March, the average day length in Raleigh, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Raleigh?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Raleigh?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Raleigh, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Raleigh, IL

Average temperature in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.4°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.6°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Raleigh, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Raleigh, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Raleigh, IL

Average humidity in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Raleigh, IL

Average rainfall in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Raleigh, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Raleigh, IL

Average snowfall in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Raleigh, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Raleigh, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Raleigh, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Raleigh, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Raleigh, IL

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

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
Raleigh, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Raleigh, IL

Average visibility in March - Raleigh, 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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