March weather forecastEast Chicago, IN
March
Weather in March
Transitioning from winter to spring, East Chicago experiences a noticeable shift in weather throughout March. A marked change can be observed in the temperature, ascending from 32.4°F (0.2°C) to 43.7°F (6.5°C). It also brings an increase in precipitation levels, leading to the highest number of rainfall days in the first quarter of the year. The snow begins to dissolve away, giving room for rainy days to take over. Meanwhile, daylight hours continue to increase, signaling the approach of longer, sunnier days ahead.Temperature
March's onset in East Chicago, Indiana, brings a temperature rise, moving from a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During March, East Chicago witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
In East Chicago, Indiana, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In East Chicago, Indiana, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In East Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in East Chicago are January through April, October through December. In East Chicago, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In East Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.Daylight
In East Chicago, Indiana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:14 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
The average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in East Chicago is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°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 (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
East Chicago, IN
- 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average snowfall in March: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 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
East Chicago, IN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
East Chicago, IN
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
East Chicago, IN
- 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
East Chicago, IN
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
East Chicago, IN
- 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).
