March weather forecast
Zeigler, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Zeigler, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and an average low of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Zeigler experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in February to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). Throughout March, Zeigler records an average temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Zeigler is 77%.

Rainfall

In Zeigler, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zeigler are January through April, October through December. In Zeigler, Illinois, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Zeigler, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Zeigler is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Zeigler is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Zeigler?

The high-temperature during March is 55.2°F (12.9°C) and the low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Zeigler?

The average relative humidity in March in Zeigler, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Zeigler?

In Zeigler, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Zeigler?

In Zeigler, Illinois, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Zeigler have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Zeigler?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Zeigler, Illinois, 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 Zeigler have in March?

In Zeigler, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Zeigler?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Zeigler is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Zeigler, IL

Average temperature in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Zeigler, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Zeigler, IL

Average wind speed in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Zeigler, IL

Average humidity in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Zeigler, IL

Average rainfall in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Zeigler, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Zeigler, IL

Average snowfall in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Zeigler, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
Zeigler, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Zeigler, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Zeigler, IL

Average UV index in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Zeigler, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Zeigler, IL

Average visibility in March - Zeigler, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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