March weather forecast
Vernon Hills, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Vernon Hills, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Vernon Hills sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Vernon Hills, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Vernon Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.3 days and collects up to 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Vernon Hills, in March, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Vernon Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.2 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) 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 7:17 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 6h.

UV index

In Vernon Hills, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Vernon Hills, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Vernon Hills, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Vernon Hills, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vernon Hills have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

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, sunrise is at 6:34 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Vernon Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Vernon Hills, IL

Average temperature in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°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 (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average pressure in March - Vernon Hills, 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
Vernon Hills, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average humidity in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

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

Average rainfall in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average rainfall in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average snowfall in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vernon Hills, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average UV index in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Vernon Hills, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Vernon Hills, IL

Average visibility in March - Vernon Hills, 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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