March weather forecast
Riverwoods, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Riverwoods, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.6°F (5.9°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Riverwoods sees a rise in temperature during March, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in February to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Riverwoods observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Riverwoods is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverwoods, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Riverwoods, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Riverwoods, in March, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Riverwoods, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.6 days and aggregates up to 18.78" (477mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 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 in Riverwoods is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Riverwoods in March?

In Riverwoods, 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Riverwoods?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Riverwoods?

In Riverwoods, Illinois, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Riverwoods in March?

In Riverwoods, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverwoods have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riverwoods?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Riverwoods, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Riverwoods?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Riverwoods, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average temperature in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average pressure in March - Riverwoods, 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
Riverwoods, IL

Average wind speed in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverwoods, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average rainfall in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average snowfall in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riverwoods, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average UV index in March - Riverwoods, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Riverwoods, 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 27).

Average visibility in March
Riverwoods, IL

Average visibility in March - Riverwoods, 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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