Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The arrival of March brings a change in Porterfield's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). The nighttime temperature in Porterfield, Illinois, dips to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) on average during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Porterfield, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Porterfield, there are 151.3 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Porterfield, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Porterfield, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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 Porterfield, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Porterfield in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Porterfield?
How many days does it rain in March in Porterfield?
How many days does it snow in March in Porterfield?
What is the average length of the day in March in Porterfield?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Porterfield?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Porterfield?
How long on average sun shines in March in Porterfield?
How high is the UV index in March in Porterfield?
Average temperature in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 33.1°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 (17.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Porterfield, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Porterfield, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Porterfield, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Porterfield, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Porterfield, 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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