March weather forecast
Medford, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Medford, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

As Medford transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) in February to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Medford, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Medford, the average sunshine in March is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Medford, in March, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Medford, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Medford, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Medford, in March, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Medford, 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 is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Medford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. 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
Medford, WI

Average temperature in March - Medford, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Medford, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Medford, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Medford, WI

Average humidity in March - Medford, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Medford, WI

Average rainfall in March - Medford, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Medford, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Medford, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Medford, WI

Average snowfall in March - Medford, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Medford, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Medford, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Medford, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Medford, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Medford, WI

Average UV index in March - Medford, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
Medford, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Medford, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Medford, WI

Average visibility in March - Medford, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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