March weather forecast
Naperville, IL

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A covered bridge over a river along the famous Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, Illinois
A covered bridge over a river along the famous Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, Illinois

Weather in March

March sees the transition from winter to spring in Naperville, with a significant rise in temperatures. The climatic data shows the monthly average high reaching up to 45.1°F (7.3°C), and lows settling down to a comfortable 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Amid the thaw, the city starts to blossom, signaling the arrival of spring. Brighter days are ahead as average daylight hours increase substantially.

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Naperville's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Naperville is 76%.

Rainfall

In Naperville, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Naperville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 16.22" (412mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Naperville, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Naperville, 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 6.2h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Naperville?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Naperville, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°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 Naperville, Illinois, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Naperville, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

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 Naperville have in March?

In Naperville, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Naperville?

In Naperville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Naperville, IL

Average temperature in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Naperville, IL

Average pressure in March - Naperville, 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
Naperville, IL

Average wind speed in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Naperville, IL

Average humidity in March - Naperville, 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
Naperville, IL

Average rainfall in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Naperville, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Naperville, IL

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

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
Naperville, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Naperville, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Naperville, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Naperville, IL

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

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
Naperville, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Naperville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

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 31).

Average visibility in March
Naperville, IL

Average visibility in March - Naperville, 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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