March weather forecastMarseilles, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Marseilles, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).Temperature
In Marseilles, the average high-temperature in March increases from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Marseilles records a steady low-temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Marseilles, in March, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Marseilles, Illinois. In March, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Marseilles, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Marseilles is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").
Average rainfall days in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Marseilles, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Marseilles, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Marseilles, 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).





