March weather forecast
Raritan, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Raritan, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.6°F (9.8°C) and min 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Raritan, in March, experiences an average temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Raritan is 75%.

Rainfall

In Raritan, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Raritan, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Raritan, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Raritan is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Raritan, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Raritan is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Raritan in March?

In Raritan, in March, the average high-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Raritan?

In Raritan, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Raritan?

In Raritan, Illinois, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Raritan in March?

In March, in Raritan, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Raritan have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Raritan?

On the first day of March in Raritan, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Raritan?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Raritan, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Raritan, IL

Average temperature in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Raritan, IL

Average pressure in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Raritan, IL

Average wind speed in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Raritan, IL

Average humidity in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Raritan, IL

Average rainfall in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in March
Raritan, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Raritan, IL

Average snowfall in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Raritan, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Raritan, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Raritan, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

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

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Average UV index in March
Raritan, IL

Average UV index in March - Raritan, 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
Raritan, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Raritan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Raritan, IL

Average visibility in March - Raritan, 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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