March weather forecastLancaster, NY
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Lancaster, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).Temperature
Lancaster sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). In the month of March, the temperature in Lancaster, New York, generally rests at an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Humidity
In Lancaster, New York, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In Lancaster, New York, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lancaster. In Lancaster, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Lancaster is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Lancaster, New York, the average sunshine in March is 4.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lancaster is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.5°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 (18.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average snowfall in March: 1.46"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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, NY
- 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: 4h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average cloud cover in March: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Lancaster, NY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
