March Weather in Lancaster

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Lancaster, United States, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (34°F). Typically, the humidity level in Lancaster throughout March hovers around 78%.

1°C (34°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (61°F)

Average temperature

30°C (86°F)

Maximum temperature

78%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Lancaster averages 100 mm (3.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 57% probability of sunny days during this period.

100 mm (3.9 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

57%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Lancaster reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 8 8 8 7 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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