March weather forecast
McCook Lake, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in McCook Lake, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, McCook Lake's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature in McCook Lake dips to a steady average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In McCook Lake, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In McCook Lake, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McCook Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In McCook Lake, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In McCook Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McCook Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in McCook Lake, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McCook Lake in March?

McCook Lake in March has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In McCook Lake, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In McCook Lake, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

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
McCook Lake, SD

Average temperature in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
McCook Lake, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average wind speed in March - McCook Lake, 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 (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average humidity in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average rainfall in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
McCook Lake, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McCook Lake, 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: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average UV index in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in March - McCook Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
McCook Lake, SD

Average visibility in March - McCook Lake, 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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