March weather forecast
Winthrop Harbor, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Winthrop Harbor experiences an average low-temperature reading of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Winthrop Harbor, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Winthrop Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Winthrop Harbor, during March, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Winthrop Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Winthrop Harbor, the average length of the day in March 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 Winthrop Harbor, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Winthrop Harbor is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Winthrop Harbor in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Winthrop Harbor, is 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Winthrop Harbor?

In March, the average relative humidity in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Winthrop Harbor in March?

In Winthrop Harbor, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Winthrop Harbor in March?

In Winthrop Harbor, in March, during 6.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Winthrop Harbor?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Winthrop Harbor?

In March, 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 the month, in Winthrop Harbor, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

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 Winthrop Harbor have in March?

In Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Winthrop Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Winthrop Harbor is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average temperature in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average pressure in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average wind speed in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average humidity in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average rainfall in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average snowfall in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average UV index in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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
Winthrop Harbor, IL

Average visibility in March - Winthrop Harbor, 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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