March weather forecast
Lincoln, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Lincoln, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) in February to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135 days and collects up to 20.28" (515mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Lincoln, Illinois, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.9 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Lincoln is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lincoln is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Lincoln?

The high-temperature, in March, in Lincoln, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lincoln?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lincoln?

In March, in Lincoln, Illinois, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in March?

In Lincoln, Illinois, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lincoln?

On the first day of March in Lincoln, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lincoln, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Lincoln is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Lincoln?

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

Average temperature in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Lincoln, IL

Average pressure in March - Lincoln, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lincoln, IL

Average wind speed in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lincoln, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Lincoln, IL

Average rainfall in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in March
Lincoln, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lincoln, IL

Average snowfall in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lincoln, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Lincoln, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lincoln, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lincoln, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lincoln, IL

Average UV index in March - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Lincoln, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Lincoln, IL

Average visibility in March - Lincoln, 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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