March weather forecast
Urbana, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Urbana, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

Urbana, Illinois, experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). In Urbana, the average low-temperature during the month of March is an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Urbana, Illinois, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Urbana, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Urbana, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Urbana, Illinois, there are 27.1 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Urbana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Urbana is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Urbana 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 daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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 is the usual temperature for Urbana in March?

In March, in Urbana, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Urbana?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Urbana?

In Urbana, Illinois, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Urbana in March?

In Urbana, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Urbana have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Urbana?

On the first day of March in Urbana, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Urbana have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Urbana, Illinois, is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Urbana?

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

Average temperature in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Urbana, IL

Average pressure in March - Urbana, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Urbana, IL

Average wind speed in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Urbana, IL

Average humidity in March - Urbana, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Urbana, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Urbana, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Urbana, IL

Average snowfall in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Urbana, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Urbana, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Urbana, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Urbana, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Urbana, IL

Average UV index in March - Urbana, 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
Urbana, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Urbana, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Urbana, IL

Average visibility in March - Urbana, 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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