March weather forecast
Lyons, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lyons, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Lyons's March weather is marked by a distinct rise in high-temperatures, escalating from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During the nights in March, Lyons observes an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lyons is 78%.

Rainfall

In Lyons, South Dakota, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lyons, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lyons, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Lyons, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 in Lyons is 6h.

UV index

In Lyons, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lyons during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Lyons, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lyons?

In Lyons, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Lyons in March?

In Lyons, South Dakota, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Lyons?

In March, in Lyons, South Dakota, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lyons have in March?

The average day length in March in Lyons, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lyons?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Lyons, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lyons, 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 Lyons have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lyons?

In Lyons, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lyons, SD

Average temperature in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Lyons, SD

Average pressure in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Lyons, SD

Average wind speed in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Lyons, SD

Average humidity in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Lyons, SD

Average rainfall in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Lyons, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lyons, SD

Average snowfall in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lyons, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lyons, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lyons, SD

Average UV index in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Lyons, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Lyons, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Lyons, SD

Average visibility in March - Lyons, 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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