March weather forecast
Hillcrest, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Hillcrest, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Hillcrest sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Hillcrest experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hillcrest, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hillcrest, there are 124.5 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hillcrest are January through April, October through December. In Hillcrest, in March, during 5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hillcrest is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Hillcrest, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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 Hillcrest in March?

March temperatures in Hillcrest, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hillcrest?

The average relative humidity in March in Hillcrest is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hillcrest in March?

In Hillcrest, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hillcrest?

In March, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hillcrest?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hillcrest?

On the first day of March in Hillcrest, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Hillcrest?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hillcrest is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average temperature in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°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 (14.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average pressure in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average wind speed in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average humidity in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average rainfall in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average snowfall in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Hillcrest, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hillcrest, 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 June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hillcrest, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Hillcrest, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Hillcrest, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Hillcrest, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Hillcrest, IL

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

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

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