March weather forecast
North Chicago, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in North Chicago, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

North Chicago's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). In North Chicago, an average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In North Chicago, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in North Chicago, Illinois, are January through May, October through December. In March, in North Chicago, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.3 snowfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in North Chicago is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in North Chicago, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index in North Chicago is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in North Chicago in March?

During March, North Chicago experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in North Chicago?

The average relative humidity in March in North Chicago, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in North Chicago in March?

In North Chicago, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in North Chicago?

In March, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does North Chicago have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in North Chicago?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in North Chicago, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

In North Chicago, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in North Chicago?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in North Chicago is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
North Chicago, IL

Average temperature in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
North Chicago, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
North Chicago, IL

Average wind speed in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
North Chicago, IL

Average humidity in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall days in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall days in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Chicago, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Chicago, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Chicago, IL

Average sunshine days in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
North Chicago, IL

Average UV index in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
North Chicago, IL

Average cloud cover in March - North Chicago, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
North Chicago, IL

Average visibility in March - North Chicago, 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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