March weather forecast
Lansing, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Lansing, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). During the nights in March, Lansing experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lansing, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lansing, Minnesota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Lansing, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in Lansing in March?

In Lansing, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lansing in March?

In Lansing, in March, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Lansing, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Lansing have in March?

In Lansing, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lansing, MN

Average temperature in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Lansing, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lansing, MN

Average wind speed in March - Lansing, MN
  • 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 (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Lansing, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lansing, MN
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lansing, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Lansing, MN

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lansing, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Lansing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Lansing, MN

Average visibility in March - Lansing, MN
  • 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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