March weather forecast
Lancaster, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Lancaster, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Lancaster's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Lancaster throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) 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 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lancaster in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Lancaster, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lancaster, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lancaster?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:44 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lancaster, KS

Average temperature in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Lancaster, KS

Average pressure in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lancaster, KS

Average wind speed in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Lancaster, KS

Average humidity in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lancaster, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lancaster, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Lancaster, KS

Average UV index in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Lancaster, KS

Average visibility in March - Lancaster, KS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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