March weather forecast
Kankakee, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Kankakee, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Kankakee's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). In March, Kankakee's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kankakee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.5 days and collects up to 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kankakee, in March, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kankakee, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 2.17" (55mm) 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Kankakee, is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Kankakee, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kankakee in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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 7:15 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Kankakee, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Kankakee, IL

Average temperature in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Kankakee, IL

Average pressure in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kankakee, IL

Average wind speed in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Kankakee, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Kankakee, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kankakee, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kankakee, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Kankakee, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kankakee, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Kankakee, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Kankakee, IL

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

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

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