March weather forecast
Lucas, IA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lucas, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a significant change in Lucas's weather, with average high-temperatures climbing from February's icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Lucas dips to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lucas, Iowa, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lucas are January through May, October through December. In Lucas, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lucas, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lucas is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Lucas?

During March, Lucas experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lucas?

In March, the average relative humidity in Lucas is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lucas?

In Lucas, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Lucas?

In March, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lucas have in March?

The average day length in March in Lucas, Iowa, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lucas?

On the first day of March in Lucas, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lucas?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lucas, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lucas, IA

Average temperature in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lucas, IA

Average pressure in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Lucas, IA

Average wind speed in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lucas, IA

Average humidity in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lucas, IA

Average rainfall in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lucas, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lucas, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lucas, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lucas, IA
  • 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lucas, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lucas, IA

Average UV index in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lucas, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Lucas, IA

Average visibility in March - Lucas, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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