March weather forecast
Lexington, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lexington, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Lexington's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Lexington observes an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Lexington is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lexington, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.6 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Lexington, during March, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Lexington, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Lexington is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lexington in March?

In Lexington, in March, the average high-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lexington?

In March, the average relative humidity in Lexington, Illinois, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lexington?

In Lexington, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lexington in March?

In Lexington, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in March?

In March, the average day length in Lexington is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lexington?

On the first day of March in Lexington, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

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

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

In Lexington, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lexington?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lexington, IL

Average temperature in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lexington, IL

Average pressure in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lexington, IL

Average wind speed in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lexington, IL

Average humidity in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Lexington, IL

Average rainfall in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Lexington, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lexington, IL

Average snowfall in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lexington, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lexington, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lexington, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Lexington, IL

Average UV index in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lexington, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Lexington, IL

Average visibility in March - Lexington, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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