March weather forecast
Centralia, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Centralia, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Centralia in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Centralia, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Centralia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.2 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Centralia. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Centralia aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Centralia, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Centralia is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.3h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Centralia?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Centralia, Illinois, during March are 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Centralia?

In March, the average relative humidity in Centralia, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Centralia in March?

In March, in Centralia, Illinois, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Centralia?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Centralia. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Centralia aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Centralia have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Centralia?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Centralia, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Centralia, Illinois, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Centralia?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Centralia, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Centralia, IL

Average temperature in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°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 (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Centralia, IL

Average pressure in March - Centralia, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Centralia, IL

Average wind speed in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Centralia, IL

Average humidity in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Centralia, IL

Average rainfall in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Centralia, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Centralia, IL

Average snowfall in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Centralia, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 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, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Centralia, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Centralia, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Centralia, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Centralia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Centralia, IL

Average UV index in March - Centralia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Centralia, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Centralia, IL

Average visibility in March - Centralia, 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).

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