March weather forecast
Lancaster, WI

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Lancaster, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Lancaster, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.7 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lancaster, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 6h.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lancaster, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Lancaster have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

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 threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lancaster, WI

Average temperature in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lancaster, WI

Average pressure in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lancaster, WI

Average wind speed in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Lancaster, WI

Average humidity in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Lancaster, WI

Average rainfall in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Lancaster, WI

Average rainfall days in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lancaster, WI

Average snowfall in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lancaster, WI

Average snowfall days in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lancaster, WI

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lancaster, WI

Average sunshine days in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Lancaster, WI

Average UV index in March - Lancaster, WI
  • 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
Lancaster, WI

Average cloud cover in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Lancaster, WI

Average visibility in March - Lancaster, WI
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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