March weather forecast
Bluffs, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bluffs, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) is noted in Bluffs during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bluffs, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bluffs, Illinois, there are 155.4 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bluffs, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Bluffs, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bluffs, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Bluffs, sunrise is at 6:46 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 Bluffs is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bluffs in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bluffs, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bluffs?

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

How much does it rain in Bluffs in March?

In Bluffs, in March, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bluffs in March?

In March, in Bluffs, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Bluffs, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bluffs?

On the first day of March in Bluffs, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Bluffs, Illinois, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bluffs?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bluffs, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bluffs, IL

Average temperature in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bluffs, IL

Average pressure in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bluffs, IL

Average wind speed in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bluffs, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bluffs, IL

Average rainfall in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bluffs, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bluffs, IL

Average snowfall in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bluffs, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Bluffs, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bluffs, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bluffs, IL

Average UV index in March - Bluffs, 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
Bluffs, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Bluffs, IL

Average visibility in March - Bluffs, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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