March weather forecast
Grand Chain, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Grand Chain, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.7°F (4.3°C) and max 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). Grand Chain observes an average nighttime temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) during March.

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Grand Chain.

Rainfall

In Grand Chain, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grand Chain, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grand Chain are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Grand Chain aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Grand Chain, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Grand Chain, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Chain is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grand Chain in March?

In March, in Grand Chain, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Grand Chain?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Chain?

In Grand Chain, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Grand Chain?

In Grand Chain, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Grand Chain?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Grand Chain. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Grand Chain aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Chain have in March?

In Grand Chain, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Chain?

On the first day of March in Grand Chain, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Grand Chain?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Grand Chain, Illinois, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Grand Chain?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Chain is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average temperature in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°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 (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average pressure in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average wind speed in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average humidity in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average rainfall in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average snowfall in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
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
Grand Chain, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Grand Chain, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average UV index in March - Grand Chain, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Chain, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Grand Chain, IL

Average visibility in March - Grand Chain, 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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