March weather forecastMarion, IL
March
Weather in March
March signals the arrival of Spring in Marion with a noticeable rise in temperatures. There is a significant increase in average highs, jumping to 55.2°F (12.9°C), and lows escalating to 38.8°F (3.8°C). The variation in temperature accompanies a higher rate of rainfall, contributing to the growth of blooms. Despite the increased rainfall, the amount of sunshine also rises, building warmer and pleasant days. As March transitions to April, expect an even higher hike in temperature and lengthier days.Temperature
March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is witnessed throughout March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Marion, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marion, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Marion, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Marion, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Marion, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Marion, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Marion, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Marion, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
Marion, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Marion, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Marion, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Marion, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Marion, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Marion, IL
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Marion, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Marion, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
