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
March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.6 days and collects up to 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Richmond, Illinois, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.5 days and aggregates up to 12.95" (329mm) of snow.Daylight
In Richmond, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Richmond, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Richmond, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Richmond?
How much does it snow in Richmond in March?
How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Richmond?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Richmond?
How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Richmond?
Average temperature in March
Richmond, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Richmond, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Richmond, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Richmond, IL
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Richmond, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Richmond, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Richmond, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Richmond, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richmond, 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: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Richmond, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Richmond, IL
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Richmond, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Richmond, 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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