March weather forecast
Wheeling, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Wheeling, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Wheeling is 76%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wheeling, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wheeling, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Wheeling is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 Wheeling, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Wheeling, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Wheeling?

The high-temperature, in March, in Wheeling, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wheeling?

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

How much does it rain in Wheeling in March?

In Wheeling, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wheeling in March?

In Wheeling, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Wheeling?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Wheeling?

On the first day of March in Wheeling, Illinois, 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.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Wheeling, Illinois, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Wheeling?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Wheeling?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Wheeling is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wheeling, IL

Average temperature in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°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 (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wheeling, IL

Average pressure in March - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average wind speed in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wheeling, IL

Average humidity in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Wheeling, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wheeling, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wheeling, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Wheeling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wheeling, IL

Average UV index in March - Wheeling, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Wheeling, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Wheeling, 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 29).

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Average visibility in March
Wheeling, IL

Average visibility in March - Wheeling, 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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