March weather forecast
Peru, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Peru, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Peru, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peru, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 15.16" (385mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peru, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Peru, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Peru, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peru in March?

In Peru, 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Peru?

The average relative humidity in March in Peru is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Peru?

In Peru, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Peru?

In Peru, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Peru?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Peru, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Peru?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Peru?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Peru, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Peru, IL

Average temperature in March - Peru, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Peru, IL

Average pressure in March - Peru, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Peru, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Peru, IL

Average humidity in March - Peru, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Peru, IL

Average rainfall in March - Peru, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Peru, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Peru, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Peru, IL

Average snowfall in March - Peru, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Peru, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Peru, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Peru, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Peru, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Peru, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Peru, IL

Average UV index in March - Peru, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Peru, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Peru, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Peru, IL

Average visibility in March - Peru, 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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