March weather forecast
Crystal Lake, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Crystal Lake, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

In Crystal Lake, the average high-temperature in March rises, from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February, to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Crystal Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crystal Lake, Illinois, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crystal Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Crystal Lake, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Crystal Lake in March?

During March, Crystal Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Crystal Lake?

In March, the average relative humidity in Crystal Lake is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Crystal Lake?

In Crystal Lake, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Crystal Lake?

In March, in Crystal Lake, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Crystal Lake?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Crystal Lake?

On the first day of March in Crystal Lake, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Crystal Lake, Illinois, 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 Crystal Lake have in March?

In Crystal Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Crystal Lake?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average temperature in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average pressure in March - Crystal Lake, 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
Crystal Lake, IL

Average wind speed in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average humidity in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average rainfall in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average snowfall in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Crystal Lake, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crystal Lake, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average UV index in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Crystal Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average visibility in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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