March weather forecast
South Pekin, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in South Pekin, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

South Pekin's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cold 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). South Pekin reports an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In South Pekin, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in South Pekin. In South Pekin, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, in South Pekin, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 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 South Pekin, Illinois, is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Pekin in March?

March temperatures in South Pekin, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Pekin?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in South Pekin?

In South Pekin, Illinois, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Pekin in March?

In South Pekin, during March, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Pekin?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in South Pekin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in South Pekin, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

In South Pekin, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in South Pekin?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Pekin, IL

Average temperature in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Pekin, IL

Average pressure in March - South Pekin, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
South Pekin, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Pekin, IL

Average humidity in March - South Pekin, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Pekin, IL

Average snowfall days in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Pekin, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Pekin, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Pekin, IL

Average UV index in March - South Pekin, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
South Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in March - South Pekin, 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 30).

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Average visibility in March
South Pekin, IL

Average visibility in March - South Pekin, 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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