March weather forecast
Lincoln, NE

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A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska
A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska

Weather in March

As the herald of the spring season, March brings along warming temperatures to Lincoln, Nebraska. Residents begin to feel an ease in the cold as the city shifts toward a moister environment, characterized by a significant rise in temperatures and a gradual decrease in humidity. Rainfall increases to 0.39" (10mm), signifying a transition from winter to spring. This month also ushers in longer daylight hours inviting more outdoor activities. On the whole, March embodies the quintessential spring weather with its warmer temperatures and gentle showers.

Temperature

Lincoln's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a wintry 35.6°F (2°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). During the nights in March, Lincoln observes an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In Lincoln, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.8 rainfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lincoln. In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Lincoln, Nebraska, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:51 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 6.7h.

UV index

In Lincoln, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lincoln in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lincoln?

In March, the average relative humidity in Lincoln, Nebraska, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in March?

In Lincoln, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lincoln?

In March, in Lincoln, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lincoln?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lincoln?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lincoln, NE

Average temperature in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in March
Lincoln, NE

Average pressure in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lincoln, NE

Average wind speed in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lincoln, NE

Average humidity in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lincoln, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lincoln, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).

Average UV index in March
Lincoln, NE

Average UV index in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lincoln, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Lincoln, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Lincoln, NE

Average visibility in March - Lincoln, NE
  • 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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