March weather forecastPaxton, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Paxton, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Temperature
With the onset of March, Paxton's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). March nights in Paxton observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
In Paxton, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Paxton, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paxton, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Paxton, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. In Paxton, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Paxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Paxton is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Paxton, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 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 March, the average sunshine in Paxton, Illinois, is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Paxton, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Paxton, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Paxton, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Paxton, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Paxton, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").
Average rainfall days in March
Paxton, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Paxton, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Paxton, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Paxton, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Paxton, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Paxton, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Paxton, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Paxton, 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).
