March weather forecast
Fort Atkinson, WI

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Weather in March

As March rolls in, Fort Atkinson rides the cusp of spring with a notable increase in average temperatures. The climate shifts noticeably from the preceding month's consistently cold temperatures. The city experiences less snowfall, a drastic reduction to 2.4" (61mm). March announces its arrival with a flourish of fresh, crisp air, and an uptick in rainfall. The fading winter chill and increasing precipitation herald the onset of spring.

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) in February to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fort Atkinson, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Atkinson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Atkinson are January through May, October through December. In Fort Atkinson, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58 snowfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Atkinson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Fort Atkinson, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fort Atkinson, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Atkinson have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Fort Atkinson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average temperature in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°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 (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average pressure in March - Fort Atkinson, 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
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average wind speed in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average humidity in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average rainfall in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average snowfall in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Atkinson, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average UV index in March - Fort Atkinson, 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
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

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

Average visibility in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average visibility in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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