March weather forecast
Colby, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Colby, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Colby records a mean low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colby, Wisconsin, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Colby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 11.18" (284mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Colby, Wisconsin, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Colby, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.8 days and aggregates up to 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Colby is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Colby, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Colby is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. 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 Colby?

In March, in Colby, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Colby?

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

How much does it rain in Colby in March?

In Colby, Wisconsin, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colby in March?

In March, in Colby, Wisconsin, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Colby have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Colby?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Colby?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Colby, WI

Average temperature in March - Colby, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°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 (6.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Colby, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Colby, WI

Average wind speed in March - Colby, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Colby, WI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Colby, WI

Average rainfall in March - Colby, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Colby, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Colby, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Colby, WI

Average snowfall in March - Colby, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Colby, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Colby, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Colby, WI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Colby, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Colby, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Colby, WI

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

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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Colby, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Colby, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Colby, WI

Average visibility in March - Colby, 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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