March weather forecast
Mattoon, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Mattoon, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mattoon, in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mattoon, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mattoon is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Mattoon, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Mattoon, Kentucky, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. 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 temperature in March in Mattoon?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mattoon are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Mattoon?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mattoon in March?

In March, in Mattoon, Kentucky, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mattoon?

In Mattoon, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mattoon have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mattoon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

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 Mattoon?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mattoon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mattoon is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mattoon, KY

Average temperature in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°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 (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mattoon, KY

Average pressure in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mattoon, KY

Average wind speed in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mattoon, KY

Average humidity in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mattoon, KY

Average rainfall in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mattoon, KY

Average snowfall in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Mattoon, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Mattoon, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mattoon, KY

Average UV index in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Mattoon, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Mattoon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Mattoon, KY

Average visibility in March - Mattoon, KY
  • 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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