March weather forecast
Athens, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Athens, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from February's subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Athens experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Athens, Wisconsin, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Athens, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Athens. In Athens, during March, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Athens, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Athens is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Athens, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 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 is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Athens are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Athens?

The high-temperature in Athens during March is 36.3°F (2.4°C) and the low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Athens?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Athens?

In Athens, Wisconsin, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Athens in March?

In Athens, in March, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Athens?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Athens, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 pm CDT.

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

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

In Athens, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Athens?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Athens?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Athens, Wisconsin, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Athens, WI

Average temperature in March - Athens, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Athens, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Athens, WI

Average wind speed in March - Athens, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Athens, WI

Average humidity in March - Athens, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Athens, WI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in March
Athens, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Athens, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Athens, WI

Average snowfall in March - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Athens, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 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
Athens, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Athens, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Athens, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Athens, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Athens, WI

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Athens, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Athens, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Athens, WI

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

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

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