March weather forecast
Prairie du Chien, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a considerable increase, soaring from a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). The average temperature during March nights is registered at a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Prairie du Chien, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.7 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Prairie du Chien, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 15.47" (393mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Prairie du Chien is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, is 5.8h.

UV index

In Prairie du Chien, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Prairie du Chien?

During March, Prairie du Chien experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prairie du Chien?

The average relative humidity in March in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Prairie du Chien?

In Prairie du Chien, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prairie du Chien in March?

In March, in Prairie du Chien, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie du Chien have in March?

The average day length in March in Prairie du Chien is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prairie du Chien?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, 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 Prairie du Chien?

In Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Prairie du Chien?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average temperature in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average pressure in March - Prairie du Chien, 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
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average wind speed in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average humidity in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

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

Average rainfall in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average rainfall in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average snowfall in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prairie du Chien, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average UV index in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Prairie du Chien, WI

Average visibility in March - Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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