March weather forecast
Manhattan, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Manhattan, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Manhattan's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Manhattan observes an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Manhattan, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manhattan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Manhattan, Illinois. In Manhattan, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Manhattan, there are 42.2 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

In Manhattan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Manhattan?

In Manhattan, 46.2°F (7.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Manhattan?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Manhattan?

In March, in Manhattan, Illinois, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Manhattan?

In Manhattan, in March, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Manhattan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

In Manhattan, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Manhattan?

In Manhattan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Manhattan, IL

Average temperature in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.8°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
Manhattan, IL

Average pressure in March - Manhattan, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Manhattan, IL

Average wind speed in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Manhattan, IL

Average humidity in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Manhattan, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in March
Manhattan, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Manhattan, IL

Average snowfall in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Manhattan, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Manhattan, IL

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Manhattan, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Manhattan, IL

Average UV index in March - Manhattan, 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
Manhattan, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Manhattan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Manhattan, IL

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

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

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