March weather forecast
Fitchburg, WI

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Weather in March

In March, the winter season in Fitchburg begins its transition towards spring, marked by noticeable enhancements in temperatures. The amount of snow experienced drops to 0.28" (7mm), extending over 4.8 days. The impact of warming trends results in the city emerging from its winter slumber. The weather complements the gradual emergence of greenery, ushering in the beginnings of spring.

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Fitchburg records an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Fitchburg, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.1 rainfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fitchburg, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Fitchburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) 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 6:32 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:23 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fitchburg?

In Fitchburg, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fitchburg have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Fitchburg, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

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

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 Fitchburg have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Fitchburg, WI

Average temperature in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Fitchburg, WI

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average wind speed in March - Fitchburg, 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
Fitchburg, WI

Average humidity in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average rainfall in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average snowfall in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fitchburg, 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
Fitchburg, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average UV index in March - Fitchburg, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Fitchburg, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Fitchburg, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Fitchburg, WI

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

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

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