March weather forecast
Atlanta, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Atlanta, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). An average temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Atlanta is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Atlanta, Illinois, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Atlanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135 days and collects up to 17.72" (450mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Atlanta, in March, during 3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Atlanta, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Atlanta?

The high-temperature during March is 49.5°F (9.7°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Atlanta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Atlanta is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Atlanta?

In Atlanta, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Atlanta?

In Atlanta, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atlanta have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Atlanta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Atlanta, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

In Atlanta, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Atlanta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Atlanta, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Atlanta, IL

Average temperature in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Atlanta, IL

Average pressure in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Atlanta, IL

Average wind speed in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Atlanta, IL

Average humidity in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Atlanta, IL

Average rainfall in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in March
Atlanta, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Atlanta, IL

Average snowfall in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Atlanta, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Atlanta, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Atlanta, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Atlanta, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Atlanta, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Atlanta, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Atlanta, IL

Average visibility in March - Atlanta, 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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