March weather forecastJoliet, IL
March
Weather in March
March serves as a bridge in Joliet's climactic shift from winter to spring, marking an increase in temperature and sunlight hours. This month shows a remarkable rise in temperature with an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a noteworthy reduction in snowfall down to 1.65" (42mm). The climate grows progressively comfortable with lengthening daylight, though quickening winds can result in wind chills. Precipitation begins to manifest more frequently in rainfall rather than snow.Temperature
Joliet sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In March, Joliet reports a consistent average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Joliet, in March, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Joliet, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 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.
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 Joliet, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In Joliet, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Joliet, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Joliet, IL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Joliet, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Joliet, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Joliet, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Joliet, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Joliet, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Joliet, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5 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
Joliet, IL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Joliet, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Joliet, IL
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Joliet, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Joliet, IL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
