March weather forecast
Bellwood, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Bellwood, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bellwood, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bellwood, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) 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 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Bellwood is 6h.

UV index

In Bellwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Bellwood?

During March, Bellwood experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Bellwood?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bellwood is 75%.

How much does it rain in Bellwood in March?

In Bellwood, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Bellwood?

In Bellwood, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bellwood have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bellwood?

On the first day of March in Bellwood, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Bellwood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Bellwood is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bellwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bellwood is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bellwood, IL

Average temperature in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bellwood, IL

Average pressure in March - Bellwood, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Bellwood, IL

Average wind speed in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bellwood, IL

Average humidity in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bellwood, IL

Average rainfall in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bellwood, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bellwood, IL

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

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Bellwood, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bellwood, 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 0min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bellwood, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bellwood, IL

Average UV index in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Bellwood, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Bellwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Bellwood, IL

Average visibility in March - Bellwood, 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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