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Madison Weather in March

In Madison, March brings moderate daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to 1°C (34°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Madison in March

The climate data from previous years indicates about 13 days of rain, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Madison in March

In March, Madison gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights cool to around 1°C (34°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Madison in March

The city usually sees around 190 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July and September typically offer the best weather for Madison.

Madison Temperature in March

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
122 mm (4.8 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
190 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
51% *
* Data from: Louisville, the United States of America (62 KM, 39 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Madison in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Madison in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    5/10

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