Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
With the onset of March, Portage's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout March, Portage anticipates an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.9 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Portage, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 20.28" (515mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Portage, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Portage, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in Portage is 5.4h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Portage?
How many days does it snow in March in Portage?
What is the average length of the day in March in Portage?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Portage?
How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Portage?
Average temperature in March
Portage, WI
- Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Portage, WI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Portage, 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 (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Portage, WI
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Portage, WI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Portage, WI
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Portage, WI
- Average snowfall in March: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Portage, WI
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portage, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Portage, WI
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Portage, 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
Portage, WI
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Portage, 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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