March weather forecast
Mattoon, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mattoon, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

As Mattoon transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in February to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). The mean low-temperature during March nights is a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mattoon, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Mattoon, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, Mattoon experiences an average high-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mattoon?

In Mattoon, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Mattoon is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

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?

In Mattoon, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mattoon, KY

Average temperature in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Mattoon, KY

Average pressure in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mattoon, KY

Average wind speed in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Mattoon, KY

Average humidity in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mattoon, KY

Average rainfall in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mattoon, KY

Average snowfall in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Mattoon, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Mattoon, KY

Average UV index in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Mattoon, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Mattoon, KY

Average visibility in March - Mattoon, KY
  • 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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