March weather forecast
Rochelle, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rochelle, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

March comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Rochelle records an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Rochelle is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rochelle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rochelle are January through April, October through December. In Rochelle, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Rochelle, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Rochelle, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Rochelle is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Rochelle during March?

In Rochelle, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Rochelle?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rochelle is 77%.

How much does it rain in Rochelle in March?

In March, in Rochelle, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rochelle in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rochelle have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rochelle?

On the first day of March in Rochelle, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

In Rochelle, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rochelle?

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

Average temperature in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochelle, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochelle, IL

Average wind speed in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochelle, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochelle, IL

Average rainfall in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochelle, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochelle, IL

Average snowfall in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochelle, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Rochelle, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rochelle, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochelle, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochelle, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rochelle, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Rochelle, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Rochelle, IL

Average visibility in March - Rochelle, 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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