March weather forecast
Meadow, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Meadow, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As March arrives, Meadow's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In Meadow, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Meadow, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Meadow, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Meadow, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meadow, South Dakota, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Meadow, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Meadow during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Meadow, is 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Meadow?

In March, the average relative humidity in Meadow is 75%.

How much does it rain in Meadow in March?

In Meadow, South Dakota, in March, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Meadow?

In March, in Meadow, South Dakota, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Meadow?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Meadow?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Meadow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Meadow?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Meadow?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Meadow, SD

Average temperature in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Meadow, SD

Average pressure in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Meadow, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Meadow, SD

Average humidity in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Meadow, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Meadow, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Meadow, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Meadow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Meadow, SD

Average visibility in March - Meadow, 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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