March weather forecast
Sparta, WI

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sparta, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

Sparta experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in February to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) in Sparta.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sparta, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sparta, there are 142.9 rainfall days, and 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sparta, during March, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Sparta, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.6 days and aggregates up to 26.34" (669mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sparta, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Sparta is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Sparta during March?

The high-temperature in Sparta during March is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sparta?

In Sparta, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in Sparta in March?

In Sparta, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sparta in March?

In Sparta, in March, during 9.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sparta?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sparta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sparta, Wisconsin, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sparta, WI

Average temperature in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°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 (8.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sparta, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sparta, WI

Average wind speed in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Sparta, WI

Average humidity in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Sparta, WI

Average rainfall in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Sparta, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sparta, WI

Average snowfall in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sparta, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sparta, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sparta, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Sparta, WI

Average UV index in March - Sparta, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sparta, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Sparta, WI

Average visibility in March - Sparta, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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