March weather forecast
Potosi, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Potosi, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 28°F (-2.2°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

March is marked by a significant increase, with the average high-temperature advancing from a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). During March, Potosi sees a mean low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Potosi, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Potosi, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Potosi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Potosi, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.2 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) 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 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Potosi, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Potosi, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Potosi have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Potosi, WI

Average temperature in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in March
Potosi, WI

Average pressure in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Potosi, WI

Average wind speed in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Potosi, WI

Average humidity in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Potosi, WI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Potosi, WI

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Potosi, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Potosi, WI

Average UV index in March - Potosi, 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
Potosi, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Potosi, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Potosi, WI

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

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

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