March weather forecast
Racine, WI

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Weather in March

As the city of Racine steps into March, it bids adieu to the frosty winter and gradually embraces the onset of spring. While a lingering chill persistently characterizes the month of March, a significant rise in temperatures is evident, reaching up to 39.4°F (4.1°C) on some days. The retreat of snow is indicative of longer daylight hours, paving the way for warmer days ahead. Wind speeds taper off marginally, imparting a relatively calm ambiance to the city. Cloud coverage begins dissipating, endowing locals with more opportunities to soak up the sun.

Temperature

March's onset in Racine, Wisconsin, witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) in February to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs in Racine, Wisconsin, during the nights of March, averaging a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Racine, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Racine, Wisconsin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Racine. In Racine, Wisconsin, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.5 snowfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Racine is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Racine, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Racine, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Racine, 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 maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Racine?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Racine during March are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Racine?

In Racine, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Racine in March?

In March, in Racine, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Racine?

In March, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Racine?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Racine?

On the first day of March in Racine, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Racine, 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 Racine?

The average sunshine duration in March in Racine, Wisconsin, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Racine?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Racine, WI

Average temperature in March - Racine, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Racine, WI

Average pressure in March - Racine, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Racine, WI

Average wind speed in March - Racine, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Racine, WI

Average humidity in March - Racine, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Racine, WI

Average rainfall in March - Racine, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Racine, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Racine, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Racine, WI

Average snowfall in March - Racine, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Racine, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Racine, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Racine, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Racine, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Racine, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Racine, WI

Average UV index in March - Racine, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Racine, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Racine, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Racine, WI

Average visibility in March - Racine, 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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