March weather forecastLa Crosse, WI
March
Weather in March
March ushers in a period of transition in the city's weather. The temperatures begin to ascend, lifting from the freezing lows of winter to a more palatable range, indicating the arrival of spring. March is the month with the most significant temperature shift throughout the year. However, the thawing snow and rising humidity results in increased rainfall, with the city receiving 1.46" (37mm) of rainfall over ten days. Though the days are gradually warming, La Crosse's residents still experience a mix of rainy, chilly days and brisk, sunny ones.Temperature
March witnesses a clear temperature increase, soaring from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in February to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is 82%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.3 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In La Crosse, during March, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, in La Crosse, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:31 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average high temperature in March: 40.1°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 (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average rainfall in March: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average rainfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average snowfall in March: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
La Crosse, WI
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
