March weather forecast
Marquette Heights, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marquette Heights, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). An average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Marquette Heights, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marquette Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Marquette Heights. In Marquette Heights, Illinois, in March, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marquette Heights, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Marquette Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Marquette Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Marquette Heights?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Marquette Heights during March are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Marquette Heights?

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

How much does it rain in Marquette Heights in March?

In Marquette Heights, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Marquette Heights?

In March, in Marquette Heights, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Marquette Heights have in March?

The average day length in March in Marquette Heights, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Marquette Heights?

On the first day of March in Marquette Heights, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

In Marquette Heights, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Marquette Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Marquette Heights is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average temperature in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average pressure in March - Marquette Heights, 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average wind speed in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average humidity in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average rainfall in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average snowfall in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

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
Marquette Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average UV index in March - Marquette Heights, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Marquette Heights, IL

Average visibility in March - Marquette Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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