March weather forecast
Lancaster, MN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lancaster, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals a considerable escalation in the average high-temperature, advancing from 15.4°F (-9.2°C) in February to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In March, Lancaster reports a consistent average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lancaster, in March, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72.7 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lancaster, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:57 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 3.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Lancaster, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lancaster, in March, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Lancaster, in March, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in Lancaster?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lancaster, MN

Average temperature in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Lancaster, MN

Average pressure in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lancaster, MN

Average wind speed in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Lancaster, MN

Average humidity in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Lancaster, MN

Average rainfall in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Lancaster, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lancaster, MN

Average snowfall in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lancaster, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 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, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lancaster, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lancaster, MN

Average UV index in March - Lancaster, MN
  • 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
Lancaster, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Lancaster, MN

Average visibility in March - Lancaster, MN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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