March weather forecast
Crystal Lake, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Crystal Lake, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.3°F (6.3°C) and min 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

As Crystal Lake, Illinois, welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout March, Crystal Lake registers a consistent average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Crystal Lake, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Crystal Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Crystal Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.7 days and aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Crystal Lake is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Crystal Lake, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Crystal Lake, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Crystal Lake?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Crystal Lake, in March, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Crystal Lake have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake have in March?

In Crystal Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Crystal Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Crystal Lake, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average pressure in March - Crystal Lake, 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
Crystal Lake, IL

Average wind speed in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average humidity in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average rainfall in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average snowfall in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 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
Crystal Lake, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crystal Lake, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average UV index in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Crystal Lake, IL

Average visibility in March - Crystal Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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