March weather forecast
Sheldon, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sheldon, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). During March, Sheldon consistently records a temperature low averaging a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Sheldon, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sheldon, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Sheldon, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sheldon, records 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sheldon, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldon 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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Sheldon have in March?

In Sheldon, the average sunshine duration in March is 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
Sheldon, IL

Average temperature in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Sheldon, IL

Average pressure in March - Sheldon, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sheldon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 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
Sheldon, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sheldon, 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 0min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Sheldon, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Sheldon, IL

Average UV index in March - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Sheldon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Sheldon, IL

Average visibility in March - Sheldon, 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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