March weather forecast
Sheffield, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sheffield, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sheffield, during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sheffield. In Sheffield, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sheffield, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 is 6.6h.

UV index

In Sheffield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sheffield in March?

The high-temperature during March is 47.1°F (8.4°C) and the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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 Sheffield have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Sheffield, IL

Average temperature in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Sheffield, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sheffield, IL

Average wind speed in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sheffield, IL

Average humidity in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Sheffield, IL

Average rainfall in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Sheffield, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sheffield, IL

Average snowfall in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sheffield, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Sheffield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Sheffield, IL

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sheffield, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Sheffield, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sheffield, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sheffield, IL

Average visibility in March - Sheffield, 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).

Sheffield, Illinois, USA

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