March weather forecastBarrington, IL

March

Weather in March

The weather in March experiences a transition from winter to spring, resulting in lower snow levels and moderately high temperatures compared to the winter months of January and February. The snowfall reduces dramatically to 2.17" (55mm) affecting approximately 7.8 days of the month. As compared to April, March possesses higher snowfall and lower average temperatures. Despite this, the advent of spring from halfway through the month introduces some warmth making outdoor activities pleasantly enjoyable. All in all, March weather paves the path for the delights of spring in Barrington, Illinois.

Temperature

As March begins in Barrington, Illinois, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in February to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Barrington's temperature drops to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Barrington, Illinois, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Barrington, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Barrington are January through May, October through December. In Barrington, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Barrington, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Barrington is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In Barrington, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Barrington, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Barrington, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Barrington, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Barrington, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Barrington, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Barrington, Illinois, is 6.1h.

In Barrington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Barrington, IL

  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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