March weather forecastPalos Heights, IL
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Palos Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).Temperature
Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is observed.Humidity
In Palos Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
In Palos Heights, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, Illinois, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Palos Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Palos Heights, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 in Palos Heights is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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
Palos Heights, 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).
