March weather forecast
Vandalia, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Vandalia, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). During the month of March, Vandalia's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vandalia, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Vandalia, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Vandalia, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.1 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Vandalia, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Vandalia, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vandalia in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Vandalia, during March, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Vandalia, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Vandalia, IL

Average temperature in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Vandalia, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Vandalia, IL

Average wind speed in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Vandalia, IL

Average humidity in March - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vandalia, IL

Average snowfall in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Vandalia, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Vandalia, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vandalia, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Vandalia, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Vandalia, IL

Average UV index in March - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Vandalia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Vandalia, IL

Average visibility in March - Vandalia, 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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