March weather forecast
Long Lake, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Long Lake, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Long Lake's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in February to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Long Lake encounters a steady low-temperature average of 23°F (-5°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Long Lake, South Dakota, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Long Lake, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Long Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Lake, during March, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Long Lake, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Long Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:04 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Long Lake in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Long Lake are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Long Lake?

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

How much does it rain in Long Lake in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Long Lake, South Dakota, in March, during 9.7 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Long Lake is 11h and 57min.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Long Lake, South Dakota, 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 Long Lake?

The average sunshine duration in March in Long Lake is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Long Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Long Lake, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Long Lake, SD

Average temperature in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°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
Long Lake, SD

Average pressure in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Long Lake, SD

Average wind speed in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Long Lake, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Long Lake, SD

Average rainfall in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Long Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Long Lake, SD

Average snowfall in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Long Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Long Lake, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Long Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Long Lake, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Long Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Long Lake, SD

Average visibility in March - Long Lake, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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