March weather forecast
Staunton, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Staunton, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.9°F (2.7°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Staunton's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Staunton experiences a mean low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Staunton, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Staunton, there are 121.4 rainfall days, and 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Staunton. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Staunton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Staunton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Staunton, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Staunton, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Staunton?

The high-temperature, in March, in Staunton, records 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Staunton?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Staunton in March?

In March, in Staunton, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Staunton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Staunton. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Staunton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Staunton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Staunton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Staunton, Illinois, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Staunton?

In Staunton, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Staunton, IL

Average temperature in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Staunton, IL

Average pressure in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Staunton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Staunton, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Staunton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Staunton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Staunton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Staunton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Staunton, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Staunton, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Staunton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Staunton, IL

Average UV index in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Staunton, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Staunton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Staunton, IL

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

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

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