March weather forecast
Elmwood Park, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elmwood Park, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). In Elmwood Park, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elmwood Park, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.8 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elmwood Park are January through May, October through December. In Elmwood Park, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Elmwood Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elmwood Park, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Elmwood Park, sunrise is at 6:24 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Elmwood Park in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Elmwood Park, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elmwood Park?

The average relative humidity in March in Elmwood Park, Illinois, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Elmwood Park in March?

In Elmwood Park, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elmwood Park in March?

In Elmwood Park, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elmwood Park have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elmwood Park?

On the first day of March in Elmwood Park, sunrise is at 6:24 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 Elmwood Park?

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 Elmwood Park have in March?

In Elmwood Park, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Elmwood Park?

In Elmwood Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average temperature in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average pressure in March - Elmwood Park, 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
Elmwood Park, IL

Average wind speed in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average humidity in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average rainfall in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average snowfall in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elmwood Park, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average UV index in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Elmwood Park, IL

Average visibility in March - Elmwood Park, 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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