March weather forecast
Salem, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

March indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Salem throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Salem, in March, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salem, Wisconsin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.6 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Salem, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Salem is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Salem is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Salem?

March temperatures in Salem, Wisconsin, vary between a high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Salem?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Salem?

In Salem, Wisconsin, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Salem in March?

In Salem, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salem?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Salem, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

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

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 Salem have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Salem, Wisconsin, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Salem?

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

Average temperature in March - Salem, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, WI

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

Average wind speed in March
Salem, WI

Average wind speed in March - Salem, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, WI

Average rainfall in March - Salem, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, WI

Average snowfall in March - Salem, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, WI

Average UV index in March - Salem, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Salem, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Salem, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Salem, WI

Average visibility in March - Salem, 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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