March weather forecast
Madison, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Madison, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in February to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Madison, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Madison, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 20.35" (517mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Madison, is 39.2°F (4°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Madison, Minnesota, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in March?

In Madison, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Madison?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Madison, MN

Average temperature in March - Madison, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Madison, MN

Average pressure in March - Madison, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Madison, MN

Average wind speed in March - Madison, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Madison, MN

Average humidity in March - Madison, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Madison, MN

Average rainfall in March - Madison, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Madison, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Madison, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Madison, MN

Average snowfall in March - Madison, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Madison, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Madison, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Madison, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madison, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Madison, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Madison, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Madison, MN

Average UV index in March - Madison, MN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Madison, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Madison, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Madison, MN

Average visibility in March - Madison, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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