March weather forecast
Shelbyville, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shelbyville, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in February to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). An average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In Shelbyville, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shelbyville, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelbyville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelbyville aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Shelbyville, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shelbyville?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shelbyville, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelbyville aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Shelbyville have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelbyville, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shelbyville, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelbyville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average rainfall in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average snowfall in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelbyville, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shelbyville, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Shelbyville, IL

Average visibility in March - Shelbyville, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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