March weather forecast
Scales Mound, IL

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Weather in March

March witnesses noticeable climatic transitions in Scales Mound, with temperatures spiking up to an average maximum of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The grip of winter starts to loosen, replaced slowly by mild, spring-like conditions. Longer daylight hours coupled with less cloud cover compared to the preceding months allows more sunlight to shine through. Periods of rainfall are more frequent, hinting at nature's impromptu refreshment. Wind speed remains steady, keeping the early spring chill intact.

Temperature

March brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from February's freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Scales Mound observes an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Scales Mound, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Scales Mound, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.1 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Scales Mound are January through April, October through December. In Scales Mound, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Scales Mound, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Scales Mound is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Scales Mound, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Scales Mound is 6.2h.

UV index

In Scales Mound, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Scales Mound in March?

In March, in Scales Mound, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scales Mound?

The average relative humidity in March in Scales Mound is 79%.

How much does it rain in Scales Mound in March?

In March, in Scales Mound, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Scales Mound?

In March, in Scales Mound, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Scales Mound?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Scales Mound?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Scales Mound, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Scales Mound?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average temperature in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Scales Mound, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average wind speed in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average humidity in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average rainfall in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average snowfall in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Scales Mound, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scales Mound, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average UV index in March - Scales Mound, 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
Scales Mound, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Scales Mound, IL

Average visibility in March - Scales Mound, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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