March weather forecast
Garden Prairie, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Garden Prairie, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Garden Prairie sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from February's subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During March, Garden Prairie sees a mean low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Garden Prairie, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Garden Prairie, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Garden Prairie. In Garden Prairie, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 in Garden Prairie is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. 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

Is it cold in Garden Prairie during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Garden Prairie, is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Garden Prairie?

The average relative humidity in March in Garden Prairie is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Garden Prairie?

In Garden Prairie, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Garden Prairie in March?

In Garden Prairie, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Garden Prairie have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Garden Prairie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Garden Prairie is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Garden Prairie?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average temperature in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average pressure in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average wind speed in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average humidity in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Garden Prairie, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average UV index in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Garden Prairie, IL

Average visibility in March - Garden Prairie, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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