March weather forecast
New Chicago, IN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Chicago, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Chicago, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In New Chicago, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in New Chicago, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index in New Chicago is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in New Chicago, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Chicago, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In New Chicago, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Chicago have in March?

In New Chicago, 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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Chicago, IN

Average temperature in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Chicago, IN

Average pressure in March - New Chicago, IN
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Chicago, IN

Average wind speed in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
New Chicago, IN

Average humidity in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
New Chicago, IN

Average rainfall days in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
New Chicago, IN

Average snowfall days in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Chicago, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Chicago, IN

Average sunshine days in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
New Chicago, IN

Average UV index in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
New Chicago, IN

Average cloud cover in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
New Chicago, IN

Average visibility in March - New Chicago, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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