March weather forecast
Lansing, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Lansing, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a clear upsurge in temperatures is observed, with average highs advancing from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). In March, Lansing encounters an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lansing is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lansing, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lansing, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Lansing, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.7 days and aggregates up to 24.88" (632mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Lansing is 5.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lansing is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lansing in March?

In Lansing, 41.2°F (5.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Lansing?

The average relative humidity in March in Lansing is 81%.

How much does it rain in Lansing in March?

In March, in Lansing, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lansing in March?

In Lansing, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lansing?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lansing, Iowa, 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 Lansing have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lansing, Iowa, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lansing?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lansing, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lansing, IA

Average temperature in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Lansing, IA

Average pressure in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lansing, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Lansing, IA

Average humidity in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Lansing, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Lansing, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lansing, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lansing, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lansing, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lansing, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Lansing, IA

Average UV index in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lansing, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Lansing, IA

Average visibility in March - Lansing, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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