March weather forecastNiles, IL
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Niles, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Temperature
As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a cold 32°F (0°C) in February to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Niles, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout March, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. In Niles, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.Daylight
In Niles, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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
In Niles, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Niles, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Niles, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Niles, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Niles, IL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Niles, 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 December (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Niles, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Niles, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Niles, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Niles, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Niles, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Niles, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Niles, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Niles, 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).





