March weather forecast
Cottage Grove, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cottage Grove, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, moving from February's freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In the month of March, an average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In Cottage Grove, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.9 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cottage Grove is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:22 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

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Cottage Grove in March?

The high-temperature in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, during March is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Cottage Grove in March?

In March, in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cottage Grove in March?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, in March, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cottage Grove?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cottage Grove?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Cottage Grove?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cottage Grove is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cottage Grove?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average temperature in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average pressure in March - Cottage Grove, 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
Cottage Grove, WI

Average wind speed in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average humidity in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cottage Grove, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average UV index in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Cottage Grove, WI

Average visibility in March - Cottage Grove, 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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