March weather forecast
Watertown, WI

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Weather in March

March heralds the spring season in Watertown, Wisconsin. It signals the end of the harshest winter months and inaugurates a thawing period. The town witnesses temperatures ranging from 27°F (-2.8°C) to 41.4°F (5.2°C), showcasing the first signs of warmth for the year. The sight of melting snow is frequent, replaced occasionally by mild pockets of rain. As daylight hours extend, March serves as a prologue to the more temperate months ahead.

Temperature

As March arrives, Watertown's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). During March, Watertown's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Watertown, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 11.57" (294mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Watertown are January through May, October through December. In Watertown, in March, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Watertown, there are 45 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Watertown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 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 in Watertown, Wisconsin, is 5.8h.

UV index

In Watertown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Watertown?

The high-temperature, in March, in Watertown, is 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Watertown?

The average relative humidity in March in Watertown, Wisconsin, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Watertown in March?

In Watertown, in March, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Watertown in March?

In Watertown, Wisconsin, in March, during 5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Watertown have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Watertown?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Watertown, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Watertown, Wisconsin, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Watertown?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Watertown is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Watertown, WI

Average temperature in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°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 (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°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 (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Watertown, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Watertown, WI

Average wind speed in March - Watertown, 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 (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Watertown, WI

Average humidity in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Watertown, WI

Average rainfall in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Watertown, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Watertown, WI

Average snowfall in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Watertown, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Watertown, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Watertown, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Watertown, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Watertown, WI

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Watertown, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Watertown, WI

Average visibility in March - Watertown, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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