March weather forecast
Park Ridge, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Park Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.2 rainfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Park Ridge, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Park Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Park Ridge, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Park Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Park Ridge, in March, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Park Ridge, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Park Ridge?

In Park Ridge, 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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Park Ridge, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:24 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 many hours of sunshine does Park Ridge have in March?

In Park Ridge, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Park Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average temperature in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average pressure in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average wind speed in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average humidity in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average rainfall in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average snowfall in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Park Ridge, WI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average UV index in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Park Ridge, WI

Average visibility in March - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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