March weather forecast
Lexington, SC

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Weather in March

The weather in March sees a notable shift from winter to spring. The milder temperatures maximize at 63.9°F (17.7°C) and stay no lower than 46.6°F (8.1°C), indicating the departure of colder days. The frequency of rainfall is consistent with the last two months, as rain continues to mark the city's weather pattern. Yet, the city basks under more sunlight as daylight hours expand. This warming trend continues throughout the month, providing a gentle segue into the more pronounced warmth of April.

Temperature

In Lexington, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in February to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Lexington is 71%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during March, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Lexington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lexington, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Lexington, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Lexington, 63.9°F (17.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.6°F (8.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Lexington aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lexington, SC

Average temperature in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.9°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 (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Lexington, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lexington, SC

Average wind speed in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lexington, SC

Average humidity in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Lexington, SC

Average rainfall in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Lexington, SC

Average rainfall days in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lexington, SC

Average snowfall in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lexington, SC

Average snowfall days in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lexington, SC

Average sunshine days in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lexington, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lexington, SC

Average cloud cover in March - Lexington, SC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Lexington, SC

Average visibility in March - Lexington, SC
  • 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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