March weather forecast
Donovan, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Donovan, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Donovan experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Donovan, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Donovan. In March, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Donovan, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Donovan, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:14 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 6.2h.

UV index

In Donovan, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Donovan in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Donovan, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Donovan?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Donovan?

In Donovan, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Donovan in March?

In Donovan, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

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

In Donovan, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Donovan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Donovan, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Donovan is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Donovan?

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

Average temperature in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Donovan, IL

Average pressure in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Donovan, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Donovan, IL

Average humidity in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Donovan, IL

Average rainfall in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in March
Donovan, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Donovan, IL

Average snowfall in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Donovan, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Donovan, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Donovan, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Donovan, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Donovan, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Donovan, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Donovan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Donovan, IL

Average visibility in March - Donovan, 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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