March weather forecastPalatine, IL
March
Weather in March
March brings a noticeable shift in Palatine’s weather scenario as it warms up to a high of 43.9°F (6.6°C), and snowfall recedes significantly to just 0.47" (12mm) registered over 5.3 days. The canvas of the city starts to change as the snow gives way to clear days and slightly warmer air sweeps across. This gradual rise in temperature instigates the thawing of the winter landscape, heralding the approach of spring. Extended daylight hours illuminate the city further during the days, slowly ushering out the darkness of winter. The variations in climatic condition set the stage for March’s weather, marking the transitory phase to spring.Temperature
As Palatine transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Palatine's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
In Palatine, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Palatine, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palatine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.6 days and collects up to 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Palatine are January through May, October through December. In Palatine, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Palatine, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In Palatine, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Palatine, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Palatine, 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
Palatine, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Palatine, IL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Palatine, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Palatine, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Palatine, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Palatine, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palatine, 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: 5h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Palatine, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Palatine, 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
Palatine, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Palatine, 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).
