Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout the month of March, Machesney Park observes an average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Machesney Park, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Machesney Park. In Machesney Park, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Machesney Park is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Machesney Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In Machesney Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Machesney Park in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Machesney Park?
How many days does it rain in March in Machesney Park?
How much does it snow in Machesney Park in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Machesney Park?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Machesney Park?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Machesney Park?
How many hours of sunshine does Machesney Park have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Machesney Park?
Average temperature in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 43.9°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 (25.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Machesney Park, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Machesney Park, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Machesney Park, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Machesney Park, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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