March weather forecast
Kirkland, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Kirkland, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout March, Kirkland witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Kirkland, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kirkland, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kirkland, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kirkland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Kirkland, Illinois, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Kirkland, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Kirkland, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Kirkland in March?

In Kirkland, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Kirkland, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kirkland have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:20 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 many hours of sunshine does Kirkland have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Kirkland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kirkland, IL

Average temperature in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°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 (14.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Kirkland, IL

Average pressure in March - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

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

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

Average humidity in March
Kirkland, IL

Average humidity in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kirkland, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kirkland, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kirkland, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Kirkland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Kirkland, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kirkland, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Kirkland, IL

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

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

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