March weather forecastFayetteville, IL
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fayetteville, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).Temperature
The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Fayetteville records a steady low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during March.Humidity
In Fayetteville, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Fayetteville, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.8 days and collects up to 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, September through December are months with snowfall in Fayetteville. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Fayetteville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.6h.UV index
In Fayetteville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fayetteville, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Fayetteville, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Fayetteville, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Fayetteville, 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).





