March weather forecast
Elwood, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elwood, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Elwood is 75%.

Rainfall

In Elwood, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Elwood, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elwood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Elwood is 6.1h.

UV index

In Elwood, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elwood in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elwood, is 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elwood?

The average relative humidity in March in Elwood, Illinois, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Elwood?

In Elwood, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elwood in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elwood have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elwood?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Elwood, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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

In Elwood, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Elwood?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elwood, IL

Average temperature in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°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 (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Elwood, IL

Average pressure in March - Elwood, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Elwood, IL

Average wind speed in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Elwood, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elwood, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Elwood, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Elwood, IL

Average UV index in March - Elwood, 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
Elwood, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Elwood, IL

Average visibility in March - Elwood, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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