March weather forecast
Pocahontas, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Pocahontas, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in February to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Pocahontas's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Pocahontas. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Pocahontas aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Pocahontas, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.3 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pocahontas, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Pocahontas, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 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

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pocahontas, 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 average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pocahontas in March?

March temperatures in Pocahontas vary between a high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pocahontas?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Pocahontas?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2 snowfall days, in March, Pocahontas aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Pocahontas?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Pocahontas, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average temperature in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pocahontas, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average humidity in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average UV index in March - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Pocahontas, IL

Average visibility in March - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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