March weather forecast
Shirley, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Shirley, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). During March, Shirley observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shirley, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirley, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shirley, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shirley, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

In Shirley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Shirley?

The high-temperature during March is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shirley?

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

How much does it rain in Shirley in March?

In Shirley, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Shirley?

In Shirley, Illinois, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shirley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Shirley, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shirley, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Shirley?

In Shirley, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shirley?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shirley, IL

Average temperature in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Shirley, IL

Average pressure in March - Shirley, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shirley, IL

Average wind speed in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Shirley, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Shirley, IL

Average rainfall in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Shirley, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shirley, IL

Average snowfall in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shirley, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Shirley, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shirley, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shirley, IL

Average UV index in March - Shirley, 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
Shirley, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Shirley, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Shirley, IL

Average visibility in March - Shirley, 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).

Shirley, Illinois, USA

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