March weather forecast
Downers Grove, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Downers Grove, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

Downers Grove sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during March, surging from a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the March nights, an average temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Downers Grove, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Downers Grove, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Downers Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Downers Grove in March has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Downers Grove, Iowa, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Downers Grove, in March, during 6 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Downers Grove have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Downers Grove, 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 in Downers Grove?

In Downers Grove, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Downers Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average temperature in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average pressure in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average wind speed in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average humidity in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average rainfall in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average snowfall in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Downers Grove, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average UV index in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Downers Grove, IA

Average visibility in March - Downers Grove, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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