March weather forecastRapids City, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rapids City, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 32°F (0°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During March, Rapids City observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 32°F (0°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Rapids City, Illinois, is 75%.Rainfall
In Rapids City, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.4 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, September through December are months with snowfall. In Rapids City, Illinois, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rapids City, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Rapids City, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.UV index
In Rapids City, 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 ordinary individuals.Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Rapids City, 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
Rapids City, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").
Average rainfall days in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rapids City, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Rapids City, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Rapids City, 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).
