Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Cottonwood experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). In Cottonwood, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Cottonwood, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cottonwood, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cottonwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.Daylight
In Cottonwood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:15 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 is 6.4h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Cottonwood?
How many days does it rain in March in Cottonwood?
How much does it snow in Cottonwood in March?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cottonwood?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Cottonwood?
How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Cottonwood?
Average temperature in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 55.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Cottonwood, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Cottonwood, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Cottonwood, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Cottonwood, 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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