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Milwaukee Weather in March

March in Milwaukee brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights around -3°C (27°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Milwaukee in March

Typically around 10 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Milwaukee in March

In March, Milwaukee sees low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights drop to around -3°C (27°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At -3°C (27°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Sunshine in Milwaukee in March

The area enjoys a balanced 187 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Milwaukee. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Milwaukee Temperature in March

Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
71%
Sunshine
187 hours
Percentage Sunshine
50%

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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 Milwaukee in March

Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Milwaukee in March

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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