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
Downs sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). In Downs, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Downs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Downs, Illinois. In Downs, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Downs, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Downs, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:19 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 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Downs in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Downs?
How many days does it rain in March in Downs?
How many days does it snow in March in Downs?
How many hours of daylight does Downs have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Downs?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Downs?
How many hours of sunshine does Downs have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Downs?
Average temperature in March
Downs, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Downs, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Downs, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Downs, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Downs, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
Downs, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Downs, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Downs, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Downs, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Downs, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Downs, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Downs, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Downs, 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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