March weather forecast
Ludlow, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ludlow, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) in Ludlow, South Dakota.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ludlow, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Ludlow, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Ludlow?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ludlow in March?

In Ludlow, in March, during 9.9 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ludlow have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ludlow?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Ludlow have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Ludlow is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ludlow, SD

Average temperature in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Ludlow, SD

Average pressure in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ludlow, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Ludlow, SD

Average humidity in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ludlow, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ludlow, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ludlow, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ludlow, SD

Average UV index in March - Ludlow, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ludlow, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ludlow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
Ludlow, SD

Average visibility in March - Ludlow, 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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