March weather forecast
Marion, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Marion, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a rise in Marion's average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). In Marion, the expected average low-temperature for March is a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marion, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.8 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Marion, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Marion, records 38.1°F (3.4°C), while the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Marion, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Marion, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Marion in March?

In Marion, in March, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:31 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:22 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Marion is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Marion, WI

Average temperature in March - Marion, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Marion, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marion, WI

Average wind speed in March - Marion, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Marion, WI

Average humidity in March - Marion, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Marion, WI

Average rainfall in March - Marion, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Marion, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marion, WI

Average snowfall in March - Marion, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marion, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Marion, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marion, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Marion, WI

Average UV index in March - Marion, 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
Marion, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Marion, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Marion, WI

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

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

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