March weather forecast
Ripon, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ripon, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ripon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ripon are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ripon, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 20.87" (530mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 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 is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Ripon, the average high-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ripon?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ripon, in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ripon, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Ripon, 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 6:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Ripon have in March?

In Ripon, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ripon, WI

Average temperature in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Ripon, WI

Average pressure in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ripon, WI

Average wind speed in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ripon, WI

Average humidity in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Ripon, WI

Average rainfall in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Ripon, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ripon, WI

Average snowfall in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ripon, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ripon, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ripon, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Ripon, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ripon, WI

Average UV index in March - Ripon, 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
Ripon, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Ripon, 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
Ripon, WI

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

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

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