March weather forecast
Afton, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Afton, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

In Afton, the onset of March comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

In Afton, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Afton, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Afton, Wisconsin, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6h.

UV index

In Afton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Afton, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Afton, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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 Afton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Afton is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Afton, WI

Average temperature in March - Afton, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Afton, WI

Average pressure in March - Afton, WI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Afton, WI

Average wind speed in March - Afton, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Afton, WI

Average humidity in March - Afton, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Afton, WI

Average rainfall in March - Afton, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Afton, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Afton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Afton, WI

Average snowfall in March - Afton, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Afton, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Afton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Afton, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Afton, WI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Afton, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Afton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Afton, WI

Average UV index in March - Afton, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Afton, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Afton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Afton, WI

Average visibility in March - Afton, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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