March weather forecast
Lucas, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lucas, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Lucas's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of March, soaring from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in February to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Lucas, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lucas, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lucas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lucas, during March, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Lucas, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Lucas, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Lucas, 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Lucas is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Lucas, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lucas, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lucas?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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

In Lucas, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lucas, IA

Average temperature in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in March
Lucas, IA

Average pressure in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lucas, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Lucas, IA

Average humidity in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Lucas, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Lucas, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lucas, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Lucas, IA

Average UV index in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lucas, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Lucas, IA

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

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

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