Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout the month of March, Waukegan sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
In Waukegan, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Waukegan, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waukegan, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Waukegan are January through April, October through December. In Waukegan, Illinois, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Waukegan, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Waukegan is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Waukegan, 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
In March, the average sunshine in Waukegan, Illinois, is 6h.UV index
In Waukegan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Waukegan in March?
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How many hours of daylight does Waukegan have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Waukegan?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Waukegan?
How long on average sun shines in March in Waukegan?
What is the UV index reading in March in Waukegan?
Average temperature in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Waukegan, 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
Waukegan, IL
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Waukegan, 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Waukegan, IL
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Waukegan, 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
Waukegan, 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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