March weather forecast
West Union, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Union, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's wintry 39.2°F (4°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). In March, the recorded average low-temperature is a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In West Union, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Union, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Union, there are 22.1 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Union, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, in West Union, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:13 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 West Union, Illinois, is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in West Union?

The average high-temperature, in March, in West Union, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Union?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in West Union in March?

In West Union, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Union in March?

In West Union, Illinois, in March, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Union?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Union?

On the first day of March in West Union, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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

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 West Union?

In West Union, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Union?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in West Union, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Union, IL

Average temperature in March - West Union, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Union, IL

Average pressure in March - West Union, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Union, IL

Average wind speed in March - West Union, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Union, IL

Average humidity in March - West Union, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Union, IL

Average rainfall in March - West Union, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Union, IL

Average rainfall days in March - West Union, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Union, IL

Average snowfall in March - West Union, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
West Union, IL

Average snowfall days in March - West Union, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Union, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Union, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Union, IL

Average sunshine days in March - West Union, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Union, IL

Average UV index in March - West Union, 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
West Union, IL

Average cloud cover in March - West Union, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
West Union, IL

Average visibility in March - West Union, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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