March weather forecast
Rock City, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rock City, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Rock City records a consistent low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rock City, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rock City, there are 138 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rock City, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rock City, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) 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 6:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Rock City is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rock City 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:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rock City in March?

March temperatures in Rock City, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rock City?

In March, the average relative humidity in Rock City is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rock City in March?

In Rock City, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rock City in March?

In Rock City, in March, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rock City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rock City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Rock City, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rock City, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rock City?

In Rock City, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rock City, IL

Average temperature in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rock City, IL

Average pressure in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rock City, IL

Average wind speed in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rock City, IL

Average humidity in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rock City, IL

Average rainfall in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rock City, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rock City, IL

Average snowfall in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rock City, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Rock City, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock City, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rock City, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rock City, IL

Average UV index in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rock City, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Rock City, IL

Average visibility in March - Rock City, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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