March weather forecast
Milton, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Milton, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Milton reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Milton, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Milton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Milton are January through April, November and December. In Milton, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Milton, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Milton is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Milton, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Milton in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Milton, Illinois, are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Milton?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Milton?

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Milton in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Milton, Illinois, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Milton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Milton, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Milton, Illinois, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Milton?

In Milton, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Milton, IL

Average temperature in March - Milton, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Milton, IL

Average pressure in March - Milton, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Milton, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Milton, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Milton, IL

Average rainfall in March - Milton, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Milton, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Milton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Milton, IL

Average snowfall in March - Milton, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Milton, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Milton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Milton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Milton, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Milton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Milton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Milton, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Milton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Milton, IL

Average visibility in March - Milton, 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).

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