March weather forecastOak Lawn, IL
March
Weather in March
March signals the arrival of spring, and the transition in weather from chilly winters to slightly warmer forecasts is apparent. The snow starts to diminish, giving way to rain as the primary form of precipitation. High humidity remains persistent, contributing to the dampness in the atmosphere. Days start getting longer, hinting at the onset of longer days and more sun ahead. March brings about inviting changes, improving outdoor activities in Oak Lawn.Temperature
The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Oak Lawn, the expected average low-temperature for March is a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Oak Lawn, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oak Lawn, in March, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Oak Lawn, 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 7:15 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 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Oak Lawn, 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
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").
Average rainfall days in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Oak Lawn, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Oak Lawn, 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
Oak Lawn, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Oak Lawn, 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).
