March weather forecast
Sugar Island, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sugar Island, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

As Sugar Island, Illinois, transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Sugar Island witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sugar Island, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.7 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sugar Island, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Sugar Island, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 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 6h.

UV index

In Sugar Island, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sugar Island?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sugar Island, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sugar Island, in March, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sugar Island have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Sugar Island, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average temperature in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Sugar Island, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average wind speed in March - Sugar Island, 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
Sugar Island, IL

Average humidity in March - Sugar Island, 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
Sugar Island, IL

Average rainfall in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average snowfall in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Sugar Island, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sugar Island, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average UV index in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Sugar Island, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Sugar Island, IL

Average visibility in March - Sugar Island, 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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