March weather forecast
Albany, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Albany, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Albany, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Albany, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Albany, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 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 in Albany is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Albany is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Albany?

In Albany, in March, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Albany?

In March, the average relative humidity in Albany, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Albany in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Albany in March?

In March, in Albany, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Albany?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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 Albany have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Albany, Illinois, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Albany?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Albany, IL

Average temperature in March - Albany, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Albany, IL

Average pressure in March - Albany, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Albany, IL

Average wind speed in March - Albany, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Albany, IL

Average humidity in March - Albany, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Albany, IL

Average rainfall in March - Albany, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Albany, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Albany, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Albany, IL

Average snowfall in March - Albany, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Albany, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Albany, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Albany, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Albany, IL
  • 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Albany, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Albany, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Albany, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Albany, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Albany, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Albany, IL

Average visibility in March - Albany, 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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