March weather forecastWestmont, IL

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Westmont, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the month of March, Westmont experiences a steady low-temperature average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Westmont, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westmont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Westmont, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Westmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 7:16 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 Westmont, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During March, Westmont experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

In March, the average relative humidity in Westmont is 75%.

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Westmont, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

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

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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.

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

In Westmont, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°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 (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Westmont, 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
Westmont, IL

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Westmont, 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
Westmont, IL

  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Westmont, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Westmont, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Westmont, IL

  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Westmont, 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).