March weather forecast
Lexington, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lexington, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57.2°F (14°C) in February to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). The low-temperature average for Lexington during March stands at a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Lexington, Mississippi. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:20 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 Lexington, Mississippi, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Lexington?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Lexington, is 65.1°F (18.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lexington?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in March?

In Lexington, Mississippi, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Lexington?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Lexington. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Lexington?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Lexington. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Lexington aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lexington?

On the first day of March in Lexington, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:20 pm CDT.

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

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

In Lexington, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lexington?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lexington, MS

Average temperature in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Lexington, MS

Average pressure in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lexington, MS

Average wind speed in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lexington, MS

Average humidity in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Lexington, MS

Average rainfall in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Lexington, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lexington, MS

Average snowfall in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lexington, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lexington, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Lexington, MS

Average UV index in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Lexington, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Lexington, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Lexington, MS

Average visibility in March - Lexington, MS
  • 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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