March weather forecast
Kankakee, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Kankakee, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Kankakee experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Kankakee's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kankakee, Illinois, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kankakee, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.5 rainfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kankakee, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Kankakee, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Kankakee is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Kankakee, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Kankakee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Kankakee?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kankakee during March are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Kankakee?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kankakee?

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kankakee in March?

In Kankakee, during March, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kankakee have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Kankakee?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Kankakee, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Kankakee?

The average sunshine duration in March in Kankakee, Illinois, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Kankakee?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kankakee, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kankakee, IL

Average temperature in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Kankakee, IL

Average pressure in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Kankakee, IL

Average wind speed in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Kankakee, IL

Average humidity in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall in March - Kankakee, 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 November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kankakee, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kankakee, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Kankakee, IL

Average UV index in March - Kankakee, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Kankakee, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

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 33).

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Average visibility in March
Kankakee, IL

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

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

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