March weather forecast
Rockford, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Rockford, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Rockford observes an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rockford, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.9 days and collects up to 9.65" (245mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rockford, Indiana, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Rockford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rockford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rockford, records 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Rockford, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rockford, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rockford?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Rockford, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rockford, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Rockford, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Rockford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index 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
Rockford, IN

Average temperature in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.1°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 (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Rockford, IN

Average pressure in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rockford, IN

Average wind speed in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rockford, IN

Average humidity in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Rockford, IN

Average rainfall in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Rockford, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rockford, IN

Average snowfall in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rockford, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Rockford, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rockford, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Rockford, IN

Average UV index in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Rockford, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Rockford, IN

Average visibility in March - Rockford, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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