March weather forecast
Lake City, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lake City, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake City, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake City, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake City, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:57 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 City, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lake City during March?

The high-temperature in Lake City during March is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lake City?

In Lake City, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lake City?

In March, in Lake City, South Dakota, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Lake City?

In March, in Lake City, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lake City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lake City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Lake City is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lake City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake City is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lake City, SD

Average temperature in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Lake City, SD

Average pressure in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lake City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lake City, SD

Average humidity in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lake City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Lake City, SD

Average UV index in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Lake City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Lake City, SD

Average visibility in March - Lake City, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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