March weather forecast
Lexington, MN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Lexington, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by a notable elevation in high-temperatures, rising from a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in February to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Lexington's temperature drops to an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in March, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.4 days and collects up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lexington, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 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 is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Lexington, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25°F (-3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Lexington, in March, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lexington, Minnesota, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lexington, MN

Average temperature in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lexington, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Lexington, MN

Average wind speed in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Lexington, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall days in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall days in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lexington, MN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lexington, MN

Average sunshine days in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lexington, MN

Average UV index in March - Lexington, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lexington, MN

Average cloud cover in March - Lexington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Lexington, MN

Average visibility in March - Lexington, 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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