March weather forecast
Algonquin, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Algonquin, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Algonquin experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout March, Algonquin anticipates an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Algonquin, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Algonquin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.8 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Algonquin, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.2 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) 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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Algonquin, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Algonquin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Algonquin?

The high-temperature, in March, in Algonquin, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Algonquin?

The average relative humidity in March in Algonquin is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Algonquin?

In Algonquin, Illinois, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Algonquin in March?

In Algonquin, in March, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Algonquin?

The average day length in March in Algonquin, Illinois, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Algonquin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Algonquin, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Algonquin, Illinois, 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 Algonquin?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Algonquin?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Algonquin, IL

Average temperature in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Algonquin, IL

Average pressure in March - Algonquin, IL
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Algonquin, IL

Average wind speed in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Algonquin, IL

Average humidity in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Algonquin, IL

Average rainfall in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Algonquin, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Algonquin, IL

Average snowfall in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Algonquin, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Algonquin, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Algonquin, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Algonquin, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Algonquin, IL

Average UV index in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Algonquin, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Algonquin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Algonquin, IL

Average visibility in March - Algonquin, IL
  • 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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