March weather forecast
Lake Andes, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Lake Andes, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

A clear rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, increasing from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Lake Andes's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Lake Andes is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lake Andes, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Lake Andes, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Lake Andes experiences an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Lake Andes, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lake Andes, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lake Andes, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Andes have in March?

In Lake Andes, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Lake Andes, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average temperature in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average pressure in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average wind speed in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average humidity in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average UV index in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average visibility in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • 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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