March weather forecast
Washington Island, WI

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Weather in March

With spring around the bend in Washington Island, Wisconsin, the chilly atmosphere of March shows signs of relenting. The average snowfall falls significantly to 8" (203mm) and the crispness in the March air is somewhat mitigated by increased maximum temperatures of up to 36.9°F (2.7°C). Coming out of February, the pertinacity of cold lessens, hinting at the onset of spring. Daylight hours extend, welcoming a refreshing aura of renewal as flora begins to bloom. This month hence marks a transition from the thaws and freezing winds of winter towards the pleasant breezes of spring.

Temperature

As February transitions into March in Washington Island, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). Washington Island sees an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) during March.

Rainfall

In Washington Island, Wisconsin, in March, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Washington Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.2 days and collects up to 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. During March, Washington Island regularly aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow. In Washington Island, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 47.36" (1203mm).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Washington Island, Wisconsin, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Washington Island, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:14 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.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Washington Island in March?

In March, in Washington Island, the average high-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

How many days does it rain in March in Washington Island?

In Washington Island, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Washington Island in March?

Throughout March, 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Washington Island?

In Washington Island, Wisconsin, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Washington Island?

On the first day of March in Washington Island, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

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

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.

Average temperature in March
Washington Island, WI

Average temperature in March - Washington Island, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

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Average rainfall in March
Washington Island, WI

Average rainfall in March - Washington Island, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, August and September (3.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.9").

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Average rainfall days in March
Washington Island, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Washington Island, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Washington Island, WI

Average snowfall in March - Washington Island, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average daylight in March
Washington Island, WI

Average daylight in March - Washington Island, 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).

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