March weather forecast
Sussex, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Sussex, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Sussex's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in February to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Sussex records a consistent low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Sussex, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sussex, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sussex, in March, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sussex, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Sussex, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sussex is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sussex, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sussex?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Sussex, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sussex have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sussex, WI

Average temperature in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Sussex, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sussex, WI

Average wind speed in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Sussex, WI

Average humidity in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Sussex, WI

Average rainfall in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Sussex, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sussex, WI

Average snowfall in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sussex, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Sussex, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sussex, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sussex, WI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sussex, WI

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sussex, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Sussex, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sussex, WI

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

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

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