March weather forecastShirley, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Shirley, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). During March, Shirley observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).Humidity
In Shirley, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Shirley, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirley, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shirley, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shirley, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 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 6.1h.UV index
In Shirley, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shirley, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Shirley, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shirley, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Shirley, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Shirley, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in March
Shirley, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shirley, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shirley, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Shirley, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shirley, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Shirley, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Shirley, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Shirley, 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).
