March weather forecast
Mercer, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Mercer, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Mercer experiences a steady low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Mercer, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Mercer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mercer, Wisconsin, during March, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 120.8 snowfall days, and 54.92" (1395mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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

The average sunshine in March is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Mercer, in March, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Mercer, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mercer in March?

In Mercer, during March, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 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, 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 Mercer have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mercer is 4.3h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mercer, WI

Average temperature in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in March
Mercer, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mercer, WI

Average wind speed in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Mercer, WI

Average humidity in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Mercer, WI

Average rainfall in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Mercer, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mercer, WI

Average snowfall in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (10.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mercer, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mercer, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Mercer, WI

Average UV index in March - Mercer, 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
Mercer, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Mercer, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Mercer, WI

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

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

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