March weather forecastProphetstown, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Prophetstown, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).Temperature
The arrival of March brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from an icy 32°F (0°C) in February to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Prophetstown, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prophetstown, there are 151.5 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Prophetstown, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 46.4°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 (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Prophetstown, 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
Prophetstown, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").
Average rainfall days in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Prophetstown, 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: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Prophetstown, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Prophetstown, 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).
