March weather forecast
Chicago Ridge, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chicago Ridge, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Chicago Ridge, in March, experiences an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chicago Ridge, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chicago Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chicago Ridge are January through April, October through December. In Chicago Ridge, during March, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Chicago Ridge is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 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 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chicago Ridge is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chicago Ridge in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Chicago Ridge, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chicago Ridge?

The average relative humidity in March in Chicago Ridge, Illinois, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Chicago Ridge?

In Chicago Ridge, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Chicago Ridge?

In Chicago Ridge, Illinois, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chicago Ridge have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Chicago Ridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Chicago Ridge, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Chicago Ridge, Illinois, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chicago Ridge?

In Chicago Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°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 (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average pressure in March - Chicago Ridge, 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
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

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

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Average humidity in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average humidity in March - Chicago Ridge, 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
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chicago Ridge, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average UV index in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Chicago Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Chicago Ridge, IL

Average visibility in March - Chicago Ridge, 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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