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
Dakota's transition into March is marked by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). An average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is expected in Dakota, Illinois, during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In March, in Dakota, Illinois, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dakota, there are 138 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dakota, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Dakota, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:40 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 Dakota is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dakota 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 UV index of 3 during March leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Dakota?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dakota?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dakota?
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What is the UV index intensity in March in Dakota?
Average temperature in March
Dakota, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Dakota, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dakota, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Dakota, IL
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Dakota, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Dakota, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dakota, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dakota, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Dakota, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dakota, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Dakota, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Dakota, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Dakota, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
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