March weather forecast
Springfield, IL

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Weather in March

March heralds the arrival of spring in Springfield. The blanket of cold starts lifting, and the average maximum temperature rises noticeably to 50.9°F (10.5°C). This month sees an increase in daylight time, signaling longer, sunnier days ahead. Humidity levels fall slightly, adding to the comfort of the inhabitants. With snowfall reduced to negligible amounts, signs of new growth start appearing, initiating the verdant bloom of the prairie state.

Temperature

Springfield's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In the month of March, Springfield records a consistent average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Springfield, Illinois, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Springfield, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through April, November and December. In Springfield, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Springfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 in Springfield, Illinois, is 6.5h.

UV index

In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Springfield?

The high-temperature, in March, in Springfield, records 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Springfield?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Springfield?

In March, in Springfield, Illinois, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Springfield in March?

In Springfield, Illinois, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Springfield?

In March, the average day length in Springfield, Illinois, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Springfield?

On the first day of March in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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 Springfield?

In Springfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Springfield is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Springfield, IL

Average temperature in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Springfield, IL

Average pressure in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Springfield, IL

Average wind speed in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Springfield, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Springfield, IL

Average rainfall in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Springfield, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Springfield, IL

Average snowfall in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Springfield, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Springfield, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Springfield, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Springfield, IL

Average UV index in March - Springfield, 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
Springfield, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Springfield, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
Springfield, IL

Average visibility in March - Springfield, 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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