March weather forecast
Harwood Heights, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Harwood Heights, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

March indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a wintry 32°F (0°C) in February to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Harwood Heights is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harwood Heights, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harwood Heights, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harwood Heights are January through May, October through December. In Harwood Heights, in March, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Harwood Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Harwood Heights, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Harwood Heights is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Harwood Heights during March?

In Harwood Heights, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Harwood Heights?

In March, the average relative humidity in Harwood Heights, Illinois, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Harwood Heights?

In Harwood Heights, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Harwood Heights?

In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Harwood Heights have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Harwood Heights?

On the first day of March in Harwood Heights, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Harwood Heights, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Harwood Heights?

In Harwood Heights, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Harwood Heights?

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

Average temperature in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average pressure in March - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average wind speed in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average humidity in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harwood Heights, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average UV index in March - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Harwood Heights, 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 August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Harwood Heights, IL

Average visibility in March - Harwood Heights, 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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