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March is a poor month in Chicago Ridge

Climate Overview

Chicago Ridge, United States in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.6°C (49°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

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

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 7°C (45°F) at the start to 12°C (54°F) by month's end.

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

Expect around 7.9h of sunshine at the start of March, decreasing to 7.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 30th, averaging 12.3°C (54°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 6°C warmer with 4 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
10°C / 1°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
12 days · 99 mm
Sunshine
7.8h / day
Humidity
68% — Humid
Wind
24 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (289°)
Gusts
45 km/h
Daylight
12 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
3
UV Index
4.6 — Moderate
Dew Point
0°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
5 days · 7.3 cm
Frost Days
15 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

20°C 16°C 12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 8 mm 10 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

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

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:03
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:58

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 10°C (49°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

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
1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -11°C
Rain
10days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
February
Poor
Temp
4°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -10°C
Rain
8days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 1°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
12days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
7.8h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
April
Fair
Temp
15°C / 5°C
Feels Like
12°C / 1°C
Rain
13days (115 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
3days
May
Good
Temp
21°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 9°C
Rain
13days (122 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 17°C
Feels Like
28°C / 17°C
Rain
12days (114 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
July best
Good
Temp
28°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (100 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
9days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
October
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
16°C / 7°C
Rain
11days (110 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
3.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
8days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
2.6 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
December
Poor
Temp
4°C / -3°C
Feels Like
0°C / -8°C
Rain
8days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
6days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 1°C / -6°C -4°C / -11°C 10days (66 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 73% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
February 4°C / -5°C -1°C / -10°C 8days (59 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 70% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 10°C / 1°C 6°C / -4°C 12days (99 mm) Wet 7.8h Good 68% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
April 15°C / 5°C 12°C / 1°C 13days (115 mm) Wet 9h Good 68% Muggy 5.5 High Fair View Details
May 21°C / 11°C 20°C / 9°C 13days (122 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.7 High Good View Details
June best 27°C / 17°C 28°C / 17°C 12days (114 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 70% Muggy 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 28°C / 20°C 31°C / 21°C 11days (100 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 74% Muggy 7 High Good View Details
August best 27°C / 19°C 30°C / 20°C 11days (84 mm) Wet 11.4h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 25°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 9days (69 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 71% Muggy 5.3 High Excellent View Details
October 18°C / 10°C 16°C / 7°C 11days (110 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 69% Muggy 3.9 Moderate Good View Details
November 10°C / 3°C 6°C / -2°C 8days (60 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 69% Muggy 2.6 Moderate Poor View Details
December 4°C / -3°C 0°C / -8°C 8days (64 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 72% 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 Ridge, with average highs of 10°C (49°F) and around 12 rainy days. Chicago Ridge, United States in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 9.6°C (49°F). Rain falls on about
Chicago Ridge typically sees around 12 rainy days in March with 99 mm (3.9 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Chicago Ridge during March are cold, averaging 1°C (33°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 10°C (49°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 Ridge. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Chicago Ridge during March is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Chicago Ridge gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Chicago Ridge typically sees around 5 snow days in March with roughly 7 cm (3 in) of snowfall.

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