March weather forecast
Harvard, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Harvard, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Harvard, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Harvard, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Harvard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harvard are January through May, October through December. In Harvard, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Harvard, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 16.93" (430mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Harvard, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Harvard, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Harvard, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Harvard?

During March, Harvard experiences an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Harvard?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Harvard?

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Harvard in March?

In Harvard, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harvard have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Harvard?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Harvard, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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 Harvard have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Harvard is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Harvard?

In Harvard, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Harvard, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Harvard, IL

Average pressure in March - Harvard, 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
Harvard, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Harvard, IL

Average humidity in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Harvard, IL

Average rainfall in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in March
Harvard, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Harvard, IL

Average snowfall in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Harvard, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Harvard, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harvard, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Harvard, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Harvard, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Harvard, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Harvard, IL

Average visibility in March - Harvard, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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