March weather forecast
Hoffman Estates, IL

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Weather in March

With March arrives a hint of Spring in the weather conditions of Hoffman Estates. Temperatures slightly rise, which consequently reduces the frequency of snowfall days to 6.7 from the 11 reported in February. The transition from Winter to Spring is noticeable, as days become a bit brighter and warmer, awakening the dormant flora and fauna. The snow gradually starts to melt away, making way for the blooming of early spring flowers. The weather variability, however, still demands the necessity for residents to carry warm clothing when stepping out.

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hoffman Estates, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Hoffman Estates, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hoffman Estates. In Hoffman Estates, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Hoffman Estates, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 15.83" (402mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hoffman Estates, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 5.9h.

UV index

In Hoffman Estates, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Hoffman Estates, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°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 Hoffman Estates, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Hoffman Estates, in March, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hoffman Estates have in March?

In Hoffman Estates, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Hoffman Estates, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average temperature in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average pressure in March - Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

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

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

Average humidity in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average humidity in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

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

Average rainfall in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hoffman Estates, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average UV index in March - Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

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

Average visibility in March
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average visibility in March - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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