March weather forecast
Oswego, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oswego, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Oswego's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oswego, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Oswego. In Oswego, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.5 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Oswego, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Oswego, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Oswego, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Oswego?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Oswego, is 45.7°F (7.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oswego?

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

How much does it rain in Oswego in March?

In Oswego, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oswego in March?

In Oswego, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oswego have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Oswego?

On the first day of March in Oswego, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oswego?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oswego, IL

Average temperature in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.7°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 (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Oswego, IL

Average pressure in March - Oswego, 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
Oswego, IL

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

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

Average humidity in March
Oswego, IL

Average humidity in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Oswego, IL

Average rainfall in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Oswego, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oswego, IL

Average snowfall in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oswego, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oswego, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oswego, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Oswego, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Oswego, IL

Average UV index in March - Oswego, 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
Oswego, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Oswego, IL

Average visibility in March - Oswego, 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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