March weather forecast
Cross Plains, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Cross Plains's weather in March is characterized by a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in February to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout March, Cross Plains anticipates an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Cross Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cross Plains, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cross Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cross Plains, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cross Plains, there are 57.5 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Cross Plains, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cross Plains is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Cross Plains during March?

Cross Plains in March has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cross Plains?

In Cross Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Cross Plains in March?

In March, in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cross Plains?

In Cross Plains, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cross Plains have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cross Plains?

On the first day of March in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

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 Cross Plains have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cross Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cross Plains is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average temperature in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average pressure in March - Cross Plains, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average wind speed in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average humidity in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cross Plains, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average UV index in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Cross Plains, WI

Average visibility in March - Cross Plains, 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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