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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", 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

The start of March brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's wintry 35.6°F to a fresh 51.4°F. Throughout the month of March, Lincoln observes an average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F.

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" of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.8 rainfall days, and 7.44" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lincoln, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" of snow. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 3.11" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Lincoln is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, 51.4°F is the average high-temperature and 34.2°F is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Lincoln?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.39" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Nebraska, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lincoln?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Lincoln?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lincoln?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lincoln is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Long-term
YearJFMarchAMJJASOND
Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
35.6°F
51.4°F
61.5°F
Average low temperature
21.2°F
34.2°F
43.2°F
Average pressure
30.14"Hg
30.04"Hg
29.91"Hg
Average wind speed
10.5mph
10.8mph
11mph
Average max. wind speed
11.2mph
11.6mph
11.8mph
Average wind speed gusts
16.5mph
16.3mph
16.5mph
Average humidity
75%
69%
67%
Average rainfall
0.16"
0.39"
0.55"
Average rainfall days
1.6
6.5
10.3
Average snowfall
0.55"
0.59"
0.51"
Average snowfall days
4.6
2.8
0.4
Average daylight
10h 4min
12h 0min
13h 2min
Average sunshine
6h 0min
6h 4min
8h 2min
Average sunshine days
22.4
21.6
16.9
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
43%
43%
41%
Average visibility
6mi
6mi
6mi

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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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