March weather forecastHighland Park, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Highland Park, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).Temperature
The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). During March, Highland Park's temperature averages to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Highland Park, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Highland Park, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highland Park, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.9 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
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 7:16 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 Highland Park, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Highland Park, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Highland Park, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Highland Park, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Highland Park, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Highland Park, 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).
