March weather forecast
Murphysboro, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Murphysboro, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in March, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). During March, Murphysboro's temperature averages to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Murphysboro, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Murphysboro, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Murphysboro, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Murphysboro, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Murphysboro, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Murphysboro?

The high-temperature in Murphysboro during March is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Murphysboro?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Murphysboro have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Murphysboro?

On the first day of March in Murphysboro, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Murphysboro have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Murphysboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average temperature in March - Murphysboro, 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 (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average pressure in March - Murphysboro, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average wind speed in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average humidity in March - Murphysboro, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Murphysboro, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average UV index in March - Murphysboro, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Murphysboro, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Murphysboro, IL

Average visibility in March - Murphysboro, 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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