March weather forecast
Washburn, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Washburn, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). During March, Washburn experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In Washburn, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Washburn, during March, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Washburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washburn, during March, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Washburn, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In Washburn, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Washburn, records 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Washburn, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Washburn, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Washburn?

In Washburn, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washburn 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 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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 Washburn have 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Washburn, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Washburn, IL

Average pressure in March - Washburn, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Washburn, IL

Average wind speed in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Washburn, IL

Average humidity in March - Washburn, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Washburn, IL

Average rainfall in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Washburn, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Washburn, IL

Average snowfall in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Washburn, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Washburn, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Washburn, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Washburn, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Washburn, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Washburn, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Washburn, IL

Average visibility in March - Washburn, 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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