March weather forecast
Fort Atkinson, WI

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Weather in March

As March rolls in, Fort Atkinson rides the cusp of spring with a notable increase in average temperatures. The climate shifts noticeably from the preceding month's consistently cold temperatures. The city experiences less snowfall, a drastic reduction to 2.4" (61mm). March announces its arrival with a flourish of fresh, crisp air, and an uptick in rainfall. The fading winter chill and increasing precipitation herald the onset of spring.

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Fort Atkinson is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fort Atkinson, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Atkinson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Fort Atkinson, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fort Atkinson, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 21.85" (555mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Fort Atkinson, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Fort Atkinson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Fort Atkinson?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Fort Atkinson, is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Atkinson?

In Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fort Atkinson in March?

In Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fort Atkinson?

In Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort Atkinson?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Atkinson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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 Fort Atkinson have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fort Atkinson?

In Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average temperature in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.1°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 (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average wind speed in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average humidity in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average rainfall in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average snowfall in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Atkinson, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average UV index in March - Fort Atkinson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Atkinson, WI

Average visibility in March - Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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