March weather forecast
Wadsworth, IL

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Wadsworth, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.8°C and an average high of 5.1°C.

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold -0.8°C in February to an icy 5.1°C. Throughout the month of March, Wadsworth reports a steady low-temperature average of -0.8°C.

Humidity

In Wadsworth, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Wadsworth, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 28mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 546mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wadsworth, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 20mm of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 238mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wadsworth, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Wadsworth, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Wadsworth in March?
In Wadsworth, 5.1°C is the average high-temperature and -0.8°C is the average low-temperature during March.
What is the average humidity in March in Wadsworth?
In Wadsworth, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.
How much does it rain in March?
In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 28mm of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in March?
In March, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 20mm of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March?
The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 many hours of sunshine does Wadsworth have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average temperature in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 5.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.6°C).

Average pressure in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average pressure in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average wind speed in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average humidity in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average rainfall in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 28mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average rainfall days in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average snowfall in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (66mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average snowfall days in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wadsworth, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average sunshine days in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average UV index in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average cloud cover in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March - Wadsworth, IL
Average visibility in March
Wadsworth, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (9km).

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