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March is a poor month in Chicago Loop

Climate Overview

Chicago Loop, United States in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 6.5°C (44°F). Rain falls on about 11 days this month.

This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 5°C (40°F) at the start to 9°C (47°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 8.0h of sunshine at the start of March, decreasing to 7.4h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 9.1°C (48°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 4°C warmer with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
7°C / 1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -4°C
Rain
11 days · 90 mm
Sunshine
7.9h / day
Humidity
73% — Humid
Wind
24 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (310°)
Gusts
45 km/h
Daylight
12 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
2.9
UV Index
4.6 — Moderate
Dew Point
-1°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
5 days · 7.7 cm
Frost Days
14 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

16°C 12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:04
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:58

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 7°C (44°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

3 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
0°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
February
Poor
Temp
2°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -10°C
Rain
8days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
7°C / 1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -4°C
Rain
11days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / 5°C
Feels Like
8°C / 0°C
Rain
13days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
3days
May
Good
Temp
17°C / 10°C
Feels Like
16°C / 7°C
Rain
13days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.6 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 17°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
11days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
7.1 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
29°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
7.1 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
10days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 17°C
Feels Like
24°C / 17°C
Rain
9days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
October
Good
Temp
16°C / 11°C
Feels Like
14°C / 8°C
Rain
11days (105 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 4°C
Feels Like
5°C / -1°C
Rain
8days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -2°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -7°C
Rain
8days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
7days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 0°C / -5°C -5°C / -11°C 9days (65 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 76% Humid 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
February 2°C / -4°C -3°C / -10°C 8days (53 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 73% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 7°C / 1°C 3°C / -4°C 11days (90 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 73% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 5°C 8°C / 0°C 13days (108 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 73% Muggy 5.5 High Poor View Details
May 17°C / 10°C 16°C / 7°C 13days (120 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 77% Humid 6.6 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 17°C 25°C / 16°C 11days (101 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 76% Humid 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 26°C / 20°C 29°C / 21°C 11days (92 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 78% Humid 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 26°C / 20°C 28°C / 21°C 10days (78 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 76% Humid 6.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 23°C / 17°C 24°C / 17°C 9days (67 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 74% Muggy 5.3 High Excellent View Details
October 16°C / 11°C 14°C / 8°C 11days (105 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 72% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Good View Details
November 9°C / 4°C 5°C / -1°C 8days (57 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 71% Muggy 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
December 3°C / -2°C -1°C / -7°C 8days (60 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 74% Muggy 1.8 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically poor for visiting Chicago Loop, with average highs of 7°C (44°F) and around 11 rainy days. Chicago Loop, United States in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 6.5°C (44°F). Rain falls on about
Chicago Loop typically sees around 11 rainy days in March with 90 mm (3.5 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Chicago Loop during March are cold, averaging 1°C (33°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 7°C (44°F) and lows of 1°C (33°F) in March, we recommend: Warm coat, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
March is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Chicago Loop. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Chicago Loop during March is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Chicago Loop gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Chicago Loop typically sees around 5 snow days in March with roughly 8 cm (3 in) of snowfall.

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