March weather forecastBismarck, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Bismarck, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).Temperature
As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). During March nights, Bismarck witnesses a consistent average temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Bismarck is 75%.Rainfall
In Bismarck, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bismarck, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 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 Bismarck, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Bismarck, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Bismarck, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Bismarck, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Bismarck, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Bismarck, 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).





