March weather forecast
Sunnyside, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Sunnyside, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sunnyside, Illinois, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sunnyside. In Sunnyside, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Sunnyside, during the entire year, snow falls for 49 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sunnyside is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature during March is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sunnyside, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Sunnyside?

In Sunnyside, Illinois, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sunnyside have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 7:18 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 Sunnyside have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Sunnyside, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average temperature in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.9°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 (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average pressure in March - Sunnyside, 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
Sunnyside, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average humidity in March - Sunnyside, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average rainfall in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average snowfall in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sunnyside, 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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sunnyside, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Sunnyside, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Sunnyside, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sunnyside, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Sunnyside, IL

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

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

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