March weather forecast
Rock Falls, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Rock Falls, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Rock Falls in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Rock Falls records a steady low-temperature average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In Rock Falls, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rock Falls, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Rock Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rock Falls. In Rock Falls, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Rock Falls, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rock Falls is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 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

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 ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rock Falls in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rock Falls, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rock Falls?

In Rock Falls, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rock Falls?

In Rock Falls, Illinois, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rock Falls in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rock Falls?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rock Falls?

On the first day of March in Rock Falls, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Rock Falls, Illinois, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Rock Falls?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rock Falls, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average temperature in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°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: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average pressure in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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 Falls, IL

Average wind speed in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average humidity in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average rainfall in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average snowfall in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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 Falls, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Falls, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average UV index in March - Rock Falls, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rock Falls, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Falls, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Rock Falls, IL

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

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

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