March weather forecastLake Bluff, IL
March
Weather in March
March ushers in early spring in Lake Bluff, with a noticeable dip in snowfall to 1.02" (26mm). The transition from frigid conditions to balmy days progresses gradually. Expect to witness the last of frosted windows and watch as green tendrils begin to surprise the thawing landscape. Compared to February, March experiences a leap in average high temperatures, significantly shifting the feel of the weather. Soon, pavements no longer crunch underfoot, silently announcing the arrival of spring.Temperature
With the onset of March, Lake Bluff's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). March nights in Lake Bluff experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In Lake Bluff, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Lake Bluff, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lake Bluff, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Lake Bluff, Illinois, in March, the average water temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.
Daylight
In Lake Bluff, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 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
The average sunshine in March in Lake Bluff 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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 sea temperature in March
Lake Bluff, IL
- Average sea temperature in March: 37.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (37.1°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake Bluff, 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 6min).
- 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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
Lake Bluff, 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).
