March weather forecast
Plato Center, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plato Center, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). During March, Plato Center witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Plato Center, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Plato Center, in March, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plato Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Plato Center are January through April, October through December. In Plato Center, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Plato Center, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Plato Center is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Plato Center, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plato Center in March?

The high-temperature in Plato Center during March is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plato Center?

In Plato Center, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Plato Center in March?

In Plato Center, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Plato Center?

In March, in Plato Center, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Plato Center?

The average day length in March in Plato Center, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plato Center?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

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 Plato Center have in March?

In Plato Center, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Plato Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plato Center, IL

Average temperature in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plato Center, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Plato Center, IL

Average wind speed in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plato Center, IL

Average humidity in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plato Center, IL

Average rainfall in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plato Center, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plato Center, IL

Average snowfall in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plato Center, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plato Center, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plato Center, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plato Center, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plato Center, IL

Average UV index in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Plato Center, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Plato Center, IL

Average visibility in March - Plato Center, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).

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