Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The start of March in Chicago signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 32°F (0°C) in February to a still cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In March, Chicago encounters an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during the night.Humidity
In Chicago, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Chicago, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Chicago, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Chicago, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.9 days and aggregates up to 13.9" (353mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Chicago, in March, the average water temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.
Daylight
In Chicago, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Chicago, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Chicago during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Chicago?
How many days does it rain in March in Chicago?
How many days does it snow in March in Chicago?
What is the ocean temperature in March in Chicago?
How many hours of daylight does Chicago have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chicago?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Chicago?
How many hours of sunshine does Chicago have in March?
How high is the UV index in March in Chicago?
Average temperature in March
Chicago, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Chicago, 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
Chicago, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Chicago, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Chicago, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").
Average rainfall days in March
Chicago, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chicago, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Chicago, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Chicago, IL
- Average sea temperature in March: 37.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36.9°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chicago, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chicago, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Chicago, 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
Chicago, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Chicago, 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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