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March
Weather in Chicago for March 2026
Your guide to Chicago weather in March - trends and predictions
Chicago typically experiences moderate snowfall in March, with an average of 9 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Chicago at the beginning of March is 6.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 8.4 °F by the end of March.
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8
Dry days
14
Rainy days
9
Snow days
7°/1°
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25 km/h
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69 %
Avg humidity
Chicago Weather March
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  5° | 2  6° | 3  7° | 4  8° | 5  9° | 6 8° | 7 5° |
| 8 7° | 9 7° | 10 8° | 11 8° | 12 6° | 13 8° | 14 9° |
| 15 8° | 16 9° | 17 9° | 18 5° | 19 8° | 20 9° | 21 10° |
| 22 10° | 23  8° | 24 8° | 25 7° | 26 6° | 27 6° | 28 9° |
| 29 9° | 30 13° | 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during March in Chicago
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March weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Mar. 1 | Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 2 | Partly cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 | Sunny | 7° /1° | 3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Mar. 4 | Overcast | 8° /2° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 5 | Light rain shower | 9° /1° | 7.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Partly cloudy | 8° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 7 | Cloudy | 5° /0° | 1.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Mar. 8 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Cloudy | 7° /0° | 1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Mar. 10 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 6 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Mar. 11 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Overcast | 6° /0° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Mar. 13 | Partly cloudy | 8° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Mar. 14 | Partly cloudy | 9° /2° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 7.7 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 17 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /0° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Overcast | 5° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Sunny | 9° /0° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 21 | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 | Cloudy | 10° /3° | 5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /3° | 11.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 24 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 25 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /2° | 20.3 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 | Sunny | 6° /1° | 5.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Overcast | 9° /1° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 29 | Overcast | 9° /1° | 1.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Mar. 30 | Overcast | 13° /3° | 18.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 31 | Light rain shower | 9° /3° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Chicago in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Chicago forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Chicago in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chicago during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Chicago during March?
Significant rainfall exceeding 125.7 mm is expected in Chicago during March, occurring over more than 14 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Chicago in March 2026?
Chicago experiences an average snowfall of 9.9795 cm during March, occurring over 9 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Chicago during March?
The average wind speed in Chicago during March is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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