Chicago, Illinois Weather in March
United States · March climate averages and travel tips
Avg high5°C (41°F)
Avg low0°C (31°F)
Rainfall66 mm (2.6 in)
RatingFair 4.5/10
Expect cold days in Chicago in March: the average high is 5°C (41°F) and the average low is 0°C (31°F). March is spring in United States. The month is moderately rainy, with about 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain spread over 9 days. You get roughly 11.7 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is March a good time to visit Chicago?
March is a fair time to visit Chicago (4.5/10) mainly because of the cold. For better weather, go in September.
March weather at a glance
| Average high | 5°C (41°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 0°C (31°F) |
| Daily mean | 2°C (36°F) |
| Rainfall | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 9 |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Cloud cover | 64% |
| Daylight | 11.7 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 4.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 16.4 km/h |
| vs February | 5°C warmer than February, with 10 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Chicago in March
- a heavy winter coat, gloves and a hat
- waterproof boots for snow and ice
Chicago weather in other months
Jan0°C / -5°C53 mmPoorFeb0°C / -5°C56 mmPoorMar5°C / 0°C66 mmFairApr10°C / 4°C93 mmFairMay16°C / 9°C105 mmGoodJun22°C / 16°C105 mmGoodJul25°C / 20°C101 mmGoodAug25°C / 20°C98 mmGoodSep22°C / 17°C86 mmExcellentOct16°C / 10°C99 mmGoodNov9°C / 4°C53 mmFairDec3°C / -2°C62 mmPoor
← FebruaryBest time to visit ChicagoApril →
Better weather in March nearby
- Mexico City27°C · 15 mm · Excellent
- Los Angeles, California20°C · 53 mm · Excellent
- Phoenix, Arizona25°C · 23 mm · Excellent
- San Diego, California20°C · 39 mm · Excellent
- Las Vegas, Nevada22°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- San Jose28°C · 43 mm · Excellent
Nearby in March
- Nashville, Tennessee15°C · 122 mm
- Toronto4°C · 50 mm
- Washington, D.C., District of Columbia12°C · 80 mm
- Ottawa2°C · 61 mm
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania10°C · 98 mm
- New York7°C · 120 mm
Where else is good in March? See where to go in March.