March weather forecast
Crete, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Crete, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Crete's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Crete, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Crete, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Crete, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Crete, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Crete?

Crete in March has an average high-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Crete?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Crete, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Crete, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Crete have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Crete have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Crete, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Crete, IL

Average temperature in March - Crete, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Crete, IL

Average pressure in March - Crete, 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
Crete, IL

Average wind speed in March - Crete, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Crete, IL

Average humidity in March - Crete, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

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

Average rainfall in March
Crete, IL

Average rainfall in March - Crete, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in March
Crete, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Crete, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Crete, IL

Average snowfall in March - Crete, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Crete, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Crete, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Crete, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crete, IL
  • 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Crete, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Crete, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Crete, IL

Average UV index in March - Crete, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Crete, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Crete, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Crete, IL

Average visibility in March - Crete, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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