March weather forecast
Hoffman Estates, IL

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Weather in March

With March arrives a hint of Spring in the weather conditions of Hoffman Estates. Temperatures slightly rise, which consequently reduces the frequency of snowfall days to 6.7 from the 11 reported in February. The transition from Winter to Spring is noticeable, as days become a bit brighter and warmer, awakening the dormant flora and fauna. The snow gradually starts to melt away, making way for the blooming of early spring flowers. The weather variability, however, still demands the necessity for residents to carry warm clothing when stepping out.

Temperature

March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Hoffman Estates's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hoffman Estates is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hoffman Estates, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.6 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hoffman Estates, Illinois, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Hoffman Estates, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Hoffman Estates is 5.9h.

UV index

In Hoffman Estates, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Hoffman Estates?

Hoffman Estates in March has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hoffman Estates?

The average relative humidity in March in Hoffman Estates is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hoffman Estates?

In Hoffman Estates, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hoffman Estates in March?

In Hoffman Estates, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hoffman Estates have in March?

In March, the average day length in Hoffman Estates is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hoffman Estates?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, 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 Hoffman Estates?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hoffman Estates?

In Hoffman Estates, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average temperature in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average pressure in March - Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average wind speed in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

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

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Average humidity in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average humidity in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hoffman Estates, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average UV index in March - Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

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

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Average visibility in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average visibility in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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