March weather forecast
Oak Park, IL

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Weather in March

March ushers in noticeable weather changes in Oak Park as winter transitions into spring. With ice beginning to thaw, the emergence of a warmer climate comes as a welcome break from winter's freezing temperatures. Rainfall takes over from snowfall, signaling a shift in the precipitation pattern. An increased duration of daylight encourages activity, and parks fill with newly returned migratory birds. From daffodils blooming to noticeably fewer foggy mornings, March in Oak Park exhibits the wonderful hallmarks of spring.

Temperature

March brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from February's cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During March, Oak Park consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Oak Park, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oak Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oak Park. In Oak Park, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oak Park, Illinois, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oak Park, 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, in Oak Park, Illinois, 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 March, the average sunshine in Oak Park is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Oak Park is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. 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

How cold is March in Oak Park?

During March, Oak Park experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oak Park?

In March, the average relative humidity in Oak Park is 76%.

How much does it rain in Oak Park in March?

In Oak Park, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Oak Park?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Oak Park?

On the first day of March in Oak Park, sunrise is at 6:24 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.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Oak Park have in March?

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oak Park, IL

Average temperature in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°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 (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oak Park, IL

Average pressure in March - Oak Park, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Oak Park, IL

Average wind speed in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oak Park, IL

Average humidity in March - Oak Park, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oak Park, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oak Park, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oak Park, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oak Park, IL

Average UV index in March - Oak Park, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oak Park, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Oak Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Oak Park, IL

Average visibility in March - Oak Park, 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).

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