March weather forecast
Grand Ridge, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Ridge, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Grand Ridge experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Grand Ridge throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grand Ridge are January through April, October through December. In Grand Ridge, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Grand Ridge, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Grand Ridge is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Grand Ridge, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 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 is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Ridge is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Grand Ridge?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Grand Ridge, Illinois, are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Ridge?

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Grand Ridge in March?

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Grand Ridge?

In Grand Ridge, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Ridge?

On the first day of March in Grand Ridge, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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 Ridge?

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

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

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

Average temperature in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.7°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 (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Grand Ridge, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average humidity in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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 Ridge, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Ridge, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average UV index in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Grand Ridge, IL

Average visibility in March - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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