March weather forecast
Port Washington, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Port Washington, is a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Port Washington experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). During the month of March, Port Washington experiences a steady low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Port Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Port Washington, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.9 rainfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Port Washington, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.1 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Port Washington, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Port Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In Port Washington, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Port Washington, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Port Washington have 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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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 Port Washington, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Port Washington, WI

Average temperature in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Washington, WI

Average pressure in March - Port Washington, 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
Port Washington, WI

Average wind speed in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Washington, WI

Average humidity in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Washington, WI

Average rainfall in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Washington, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Washington, WI

Average snowfall in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Washington, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Washington, WI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Washington, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Washington, WI

Average UV index in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Washington, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Port Washington, WI

Average visibility in March - Port Washington, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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