March weather forecast
Steward, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Steward, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Steward's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Steward, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.5 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Steward, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) 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 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 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

In Steward, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Steward is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Steward, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:20 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration 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 moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Steward, IL

Average temperature in March - Steward, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Steward, IL

Average pressure in March - Steward, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Steward, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Steward, IL

Average humidity in March - Steward, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Steward, IL

Average rainfall in March - Steward, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Steward, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Steward, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Steward, IL

Average snowfall in March - Steward, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Steward, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Steward, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 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
Steward, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Steward, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Steward, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Steward, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Steward, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Steward, IL

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

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

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