March weather forecast
Castleton, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Castleton, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.2°F (9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). During March, Castleton experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Castleton, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Castleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Castleton. In Castleton, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Castleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.8 days and aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Castleton is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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

The average sunshine in March in Castleton is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Castleton?

During March, Castleton experiences an average high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Castleton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Castleton in March?

In Castleton, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Castleton in March?

In Castleton, in March, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Castleton, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Castleton?

On the first day of March in Castleton, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Castleton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Castleton, IL

Average temperature in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Castleton, IL

Average pressure in March - Castleton, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Castleton, IL

Average wind speed in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Castleton, IL

Average humidity in March - Castleton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Castleton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Castleton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Castleton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Castleton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Castleton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Castleton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Castleton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Castleton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Castleton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Castleton, IL

Average visibility in March - Castleton, 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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