March weather forecast
Pecatonica, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Pecatonica, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During March, Pecatonica experiences an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pecatonica, Illinois, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pecatonica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.6 days and collects up to 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pecatonica, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pecatonica, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Pecatonica, Illinois, is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pecatonica, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Pecatonica during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Pecatonica, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pecatonica?

In Pecatonica, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pecatonica?

In Pecatonica, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pecatonica?

In Pecatonica, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pecatonica have in March?

In Pecatonica, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Pecatonica?

On the first day of March in Pecatonica, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pecatonica?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average temperature in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average pressure in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pecatonica, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average humidity in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Pecatonica, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pecatonica, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Pecatonica, IL

Average visibility in March - Pecatonica, 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).

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