March weather forecast
Rome, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Rome, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

Rome in March sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rome, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rome, Illinois, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Rome, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.8 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rome is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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 Rome, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rome is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rome?

In March, in Rome, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rome?

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

How much does it rain in Rome in March?

In Rome, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rome in March?

In Rome, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rome?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rome?

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.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Rome is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rome?

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

Average temperature in March - Rome, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Rome, IL

Average pressure in March - Rome, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rome, IL

Average wind speed in March - Rome, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

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
Rome, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Rome, IL

Average rainfall in March - Rome, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Rome, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Rome, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rome, IL

Average snowfall in March - Rome, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rome, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Rome, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Rome, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rome, 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 3min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rome, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Rome, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Rome, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rome, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Rome, IL

Average visibility in March - Rome, 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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