March weather forecast
Knoxville, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Knoxville, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Knoxville anticipates an average minimum temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Knoxville, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Knoxville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Knoxville, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Knoxville, there are 28 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Knoxville, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Knoxville is 6.4h.

UV index

In Knoxville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Knoxville in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Knoxville?

The average relative humidity in March in Knoxville, Illinois, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Knoxville in March?

In March, in Knoxville, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in March?

In Knoxville, Illinois, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Knoxville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Knoxville, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Knoxville, Illinois, 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 Knoxville?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Knoxville?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Knoxville, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Knoxville, IL

Average temperature in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Knoxville, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Knoxville, IL

Average wind speed in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Knoxville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Knoxville, IL

Average snowfall in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Knoxville, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Knoxville, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Knoxville, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Knoxville, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Knoxville, IL

Average UV index in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Knoxville, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Knoxville, IL

Average visibility in March - Knoxville, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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