March weather forecast
Washington Park, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Washington Park, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

As Washington Park enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) of February to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is expected.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Washington Park, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Washington Park aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.5h.

UV index

In Washington Park, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Washington Park, is 54.3°F (12.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Washington Park?

In Washington Park, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Washington Park aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington Park have in March?

In Washington Park, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Washington Park, IL

Average temperature in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Washington Park, IL

Average pressure in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Washington Park, IL

Average wind speed in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Washington Park, IL

Average humidity in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Washington Park, IL

Average rainfall in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Washington Park, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Washington Park, IL

Average snowfall in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Washington Park, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Washington Park, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Washington Park, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Washington Park, IL

Average UV index in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Washington Park, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Washington Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Washington Park, IL

Average visibility in March - Washington Park, 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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