March weather forecastPark Ridge, IL
March
Weather in March
Weather in March indicates the beginning of the transition from winter to spring. Park Ridge observes a significant leap in temperatures, reaching up to 42.4°F (5.8°C). With diminishing snowfall, outdoor activities become more appealing as the grounds begin to thaw. The lengthening daylight hours offer perfect conditions for early spring gardening or enjoying the town's beautiful blooms. The longer sunshine hours mark an increase in UV index, necessitating the need for sun protection during outdoor ventures.Temperature
The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 32°F (0°C) in February to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Park Ridge, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Park Ridge, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Park Ridge, in March, during 3.9 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Park Ridge, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, 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 7:16 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 Park Ridge, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 31.5°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 (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Park Ridge, 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
Park Ridge, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Park Ridge, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Park Ridge, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Park Ridge, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Park Ridge, 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
Park Ridge, IL
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Park Ridge, 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).
