March weather forecastAlbion, IL
March
Weather in March
As Albion transitions from winter to spring in March, noticeable climatic changes are observed. The city receives an uptick in rainfall, registering 0.94" (24mm) over a span of roughly ten days. This month marks the end of the snowfall season, with only a minor snowfall of 0.28" (7mm) usually seen, indicating the onset of warmer temperatures. With the increase in sunshine hours to 6.4 per day, March becomes a harbinger of pleasant spring weather. March, boasting improved daylight hours and diminishing snowfall, signals a period of weather transition in Albion.Temperature
The start of March in Albion brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Albion sees a steady low-temperature average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Albion, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Albion are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Albion aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.4 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Albion is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 Albion, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Albion is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Albion, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).
Average pressure in March
Albion, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Albion, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Albion, IL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Albion, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Albion, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Albion, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Albion, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Albion, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Albion, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (14.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Albion, IL
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Albion, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Albion, IL
- 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).
