March weather forecast
Palmyra, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palmyra, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

Palmyra's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in February to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Palmyra in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Palmyra is 76%.

Rainfall

In Palmyra, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Palmyra. In March, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palmyra, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Palmyra, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Palmyra, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Palmyra?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Palmyra, is 52°F (11.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palmyra?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palmyra in March?

In Palmyra, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Palmyra is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Palmyra?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Palmyra, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Palmyra, Illinois, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Palmyra?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Palmyra is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palmyra, IL

Average temperature in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°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 (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palmyra, IL

Average pressure in March - Palmyra, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palmyra, IL

Average wind speed in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palmyra, IL

Average humidity in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palmyra, IL

Average rainfall in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palmyra, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Palmyra, IL

Average snowfall in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palmyra, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Palmyra, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmyra, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (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
Palmyra, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palmyra, IL

Average UV index in March - Palmyra, 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
Palmyra, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Palmyra, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Palmyra, IL

Average visibility in March - Palmyra, 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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