March weather forecast
Buffalo Grove, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout March, Buffalo Grove registers a consistent average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Grove, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 Buffalo Grove, in March, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Grove, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March 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 Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature during March is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Buffalo Grove?

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

How many days does it snow in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

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

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Grove have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Buffalo Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average temperature in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average pressure in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average pressure in March - Buffalo Grove, 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
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average wind speed in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average humidity in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average humidity in March - Buffalo Grove, 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%).

Average rainfall in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average rainfall in March - Buffalo Grove, 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").

Average rainfall days in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average snowfall in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average snowfall in March - Buffalo Grove, 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").

Average snowfall days in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average sunshine days in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average UV index in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average UV index in March - Buffalo Grove, 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
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Buffalo Grove, 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).

Average visibility in March
Buffalo Grove, IL

Average visibility in March - Buffalo Grove, 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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