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Lexington in March
Lexington warms up: highs climb to 54°F (12°C), from 43°F in February, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 4.0 in (102 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 54°F (12°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.0 in (102 mm).
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Comfort improves from 44/100 in February to 62/100.
- Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lexington in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Woodford Reserve Distillery
Stone distillery among horse farms with copper pot stills.
Wallace Station Deli & Bakery
Country store deli on Old Frankfort Pike among horse farms.
Holly Hill Inn
Ouita Michel's farm-to-table dinner restaurant in Midway.
Kentucky Horse Park
Working horse farm and museum with the International Museum of the Horse.
Keeneland
Historic racetrack; watch morning workouts and eat at the Track Kitchen.
Nearby in March
- Bardstown in March~55 mi · highs 55°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Louisville in March~70 mi · highs 55°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in March~73 mi · highs 53°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Knoxville in March~147 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lexington in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Lexington?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 88. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain. Our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lexington in March?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lexington in March?
Some: about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.5 in (1231 mm).
What should I pack for Lexington in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Lexington in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.