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The weather in March is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Chicago.
March has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 3°C (37°F). March is too cold for swimming in Chicago for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
Consider visiting Chicago in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Chicago.
March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about March temperature and sunshine.
No, March is too cold for swimming in Chicago for any length of time, with the sea water at 3°C (37°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about March sea temperatures.
No, March is not a good time for a holiday in Chicago.
March has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (48°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Chicago. Sea temperatures are a cold 3°C (37°F). March is too cold for swimming in Chicago for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the March temperatures and sunshine.
No, Chicago is too cold for sunbathing in March.
The average maximum temperature in Chicago in March is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 1°C (34°) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Chicago in March is 4°C (40°F). The average temperature is -3°C (27°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.
More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Chicago in March are 11.9. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day.
More about March sunshine.
The weather in March is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into April. The average maximum temperature in Chicago in March is 9°C (48°F). The average maximum temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Chicago in March is 4°C (40°F). The average temperature is -3°C (27°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Chicago in March is 0°C (32°F). The minimum temperature is -6°C (21°F) in the previous month and 6°C (42°F) in the next month.
The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into April. March has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.9 per day in Chicago. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Chicago in March is typically 4.6 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Chicago in March is 3°C (37.4°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.
March weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into April. March has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Chicago in March is 6.2cm (2.4inches) and on average there are 12.1 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Chicago in March is 2°C (35°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -4°C (24°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Chicago in March is typically 83%. The maximum relative humidity is 84% in the previous month and 79.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Chicago in March is typically 66.4%. The average relative humidity is 70.6% in the previous month and 59.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Chicago in March is typically 30KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (20MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Chicago in March is typically 17KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 16KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Chicago in March is from the North.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
