March weather forecast
Dix, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dix, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Dix, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Dix, Illinois, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dix, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dix, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dix, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Dix, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Dix is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dix in March?

In March, in Dix, the average high-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dix?

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

How much does it rain in Dix in March?

In Dix, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Dix?

In Dix, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dix have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dix?

On the first day of March in Dix, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dix?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dix, Illinois, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dix, IL

Average temperature in March - Dix, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dix, IL

Average pressure in March - Dix, 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
Dix, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dix, IL

Average humidity in March - Dix, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dix, IL

Average rainfall in March - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dix, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dix, IL

Average snowfall in March - Dix, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Dix, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Dix, 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dix, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dix, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Dix, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dix, IL

Average UV index in March - Dix, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Dix, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Dix, IL

Average visibility in March - Dix, 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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