March weather forecast
Mattoon, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mattoon, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Mattoon's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Mattoon, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mattoon, there are 126.9 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mattoon, in March, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mattoon, there are 62 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mattoon, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mattoon, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Mattoon, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Mattoon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mattoon in March?

During March, Mattoon experiences an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mattoon?

The average relative humidity in March in Mattoon is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mattoon?

In Mattoon, Wisconsin, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mattoon?

In March, in Mattoon, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mattoon?

On the first day of March in Mattoon, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mattoon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Mattoon, WI

Average temperature in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Mattoon, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mattoon, WI

Average wind speed in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Mattoon, WI

Average humidity in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Mattoon, WI

Average rainfall in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Mattoon, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mattoon, WI

Average snowfall in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mattoon, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mattoon, WI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mattoon, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mattoon, WI

Average UV index in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mattoon, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Mattoon, WI

Average visibility in March - Mattoon, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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