March weather forecast
Townsend, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Townsend, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). In the month of March, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Townsend, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.9 days and collects up to 21.34" (542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Townsend, during March, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 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 in Townsend, Wisconsin, is 5.1h.

UV index

January, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Townsend, is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Townsend, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Townsend, in March, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:21 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 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March in Townsend?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Townsend, WI

Average temperature in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Townsend, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Townsend, WI

Average wind speed in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Townsend, WI

Average humidity in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Townsend, WI

Average snowfall in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Townsend, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Townsend, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Townsend, WI

Average UV index in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Townsend, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Townsend, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Townsend, WI

Average visibility in March - Townsend, 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, February, March, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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