March weather forecast
Malta, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Malta, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Nighttime temperatures in Malta hover around an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Malta is 77%.

Rainfall

In Malta, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Malta, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) 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 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Malta, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 in Malta is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Malta, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Malta?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Malta?

The average relative humidity in March in Malta is 77%.

How much does it rain in Malta in March?

In March, in Malta, Illinois, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Malta in March?

In March, in Malta, Illinois, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Malta?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Malta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Malta, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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 Malta?

The average sunshine duration in March in Malta, Illinois, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Malta?

In Malta, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Malta, IL

Average temperature in March - Malta, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Malta, IL

Average pressure in March - Malta, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Malta, IL

Average wind speed in March - Malta, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Malta, IL

Average humidity in March - Malta, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Malta, IL

Average rainfall in March - Malta, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Malta, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Malta, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Malta, IL

Average snowfall in March - Malta, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Malta, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Malta, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Malta, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Malta, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Malta, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Malta, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Malta, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Malta, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Malta, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Malta, IL

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

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

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