March weather forecastWilmington, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Wilmington, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C).Temperature
The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C) in February to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Wilmington, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wilmington, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Wilmington. In Wilmington, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.Daylight
In Wilmington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Wilmington, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
In Wilmington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 47.1°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 (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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 (17.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Wilmington, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in March
Wilmington, 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 (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").
Average rainfall days in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Wilmington, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Wilmington, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, July and August (5mi).
