March weather forecast
Palatine, IL

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palatine, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

In Palatine, Illinois, the average high-temperature in March increases from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In Palatine, in March, the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity 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

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Palatine. In Palatine, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palatine, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palatine, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palatine, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Palatine?

In Palatine, Illinois, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Palatine?

In Palatine, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palatine?

In Palatine, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palatine in March?

In Palatine, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palatine have in March?

In March, the average day length in Palatine, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Palatine?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Palatine, Illinois, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Palatine?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Palatine is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Palatine?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palatine is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average pressure in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average humidity in March
Palatine, IL

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palatine, IL

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Palatine, IL

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palatine, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palatine, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

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 10min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average UV index in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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Average visibility in March
Palatine, IL

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).

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