Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Entering March, Lancaster notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a still cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In the month of March, Lancaster witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lancaster, during March, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:11 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
In March, the average sunshine in Lancaster, Massachusetts, is 5.8h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lancaster. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Lancaster in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Lancaster?
How many days does it rain in March in Lancaster?
How many days does it snow in March in Lancaster?
How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lancaster?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lancaster?
How long on average sun shines in March in Lancaster?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lancaster?
How high is the UV index in March in Lancaster?
Average temperature in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average snowfall in March: 5.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average UV index in March: 2
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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Lancaster, MA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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