March weather forecast
Evanston, IL

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Weather in March

March signals the beginning of Spring in Evanston with weather seamlessly transitioning between winter and spring. Visibly, the melting snow and blooming flowers paint a vibrant picture. Despite being unpredictable at times, one can expect a considerable drop in snowfall to a mere 0.94" (24mm). People start stepping out, bathing in the extended daylight that this month brings in. It's the perfect time to experience the harmonic symphony of nature reawakening.

Temperature

Evanston's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs in Evanston during the nights of March, averaging a still wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Evanston, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Evanston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 33.31" (846mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Evanston are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Evanston, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 12.76" (324mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Evanston, Illinois, 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 March, the average sunshine in Evanston is 6.1h.

UV index

In Evanston, Illinois, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Evanston in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Evanston?

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

How much does it rain in Evanston in March?

In Evanston, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Evanston?

In March, in Evanston, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Evanston?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Evanston?

On the first day of March in Evanston, 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.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Evanston?

In Evanston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Evanston, IL

Average temperature in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Evanston, IL

Average pressure in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Evanston, IL

Average wind speed in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Evanston, IL

Average humidity in March - Evanston, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Evanston, IL

Average rainfall in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Evanston, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Evanston, IL

Average snowfall in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Evanston, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Evanston, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Evanston, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Evanston, 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Evanston, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Evanston, IL

Average UV index in March - Evanston, 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
Evanston, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Evanston, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Evanston, IL

Average visibility in March - Evanston, 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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