March weather forecast
Dow, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dow, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Dow in March sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Dow, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dow, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Dow. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Dow aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dow, there are 20.9 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Dow, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Dow?

In Dow, 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Dow?

The average relative humidity in March in Dow is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dow in March?

In Dow, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dow?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Dow. During 2.6 snowfall days, in March, Dow aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dow?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dow, Illinois, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Dow have in March?

In Dow, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dow?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dow is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dow, IL

Average temperature in March - Dow, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°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 (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Dow, IL

Average pressure in March - Dow, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Dow, IL

Average wind speed in March - Dow, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Dow, IL

Average humidity in March - Dow, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Dow, IL

Average rainfall in March - Dow, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Dow, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Dow, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dow, IL

Average snowfall in March - Dow, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
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
Dow, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Dow, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Dow, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dow, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dow, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dow, IL

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Dow, IL

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

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

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Average visibility in March
Dow, IL

Average visibility in March - Dow, 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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