March weather forecast
Meckling, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Meckling, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Meckling's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Meckling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Meckling. In Meckling, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Meckling, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 13.9" (353mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Meckling is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 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 Meckling, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Meckling, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Meckling in March?

The high-temperature during March is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Meckling?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Meckling?

In March, in Meckling, South Dakota, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Meckling?

In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Meckling?

On the first day of March in Meckling, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

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

In Meckling, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Meckling?

In Meckling, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Meckling, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Meckling, SD

Average pressure in March - Meckling, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Meckling, SD

Average wind speed in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Meckling, SD

Average humidity in March - Meckling, 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
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Meckling, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Meckling, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Meckling, SD

Average UV index in March - Meckling, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Meckling, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Meckling, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Meckling, SD

Average visibility in March - Meckling, 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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