March weather forecast
Gillespie, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Gillespie, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Gillespie's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gillespie, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gillespie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.4 days and collects up to 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gillespie are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Gillespie aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gillespie, Illinois, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gillespie in March?

The high-temperature in Gillespie during March is 52.3°F (11.3°C) and the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gillespie?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Gillespie in March?

In Gillespie, Illinois, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gillespie?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Gillespie aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gillespie have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gillespie?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Gillespie, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Gillespie?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Gillespie?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gillespie is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gillespie, IL

Average temperature in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gillespie, IL

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

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Average wind speed in March
Gillespie, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gillespie, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gillespie, IL

Average rainfall in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gillespie, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gillespie, IL

Average snowfall in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
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
Gillespie, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Gillespie, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gillespie, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gillespie, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gillespie, IL

Average UV index in March - Gillespie, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gillespie, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Gillespie, IL

Average visibility in March - Gillespie, 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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