March weather forecast
Oglala, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Oglala, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a clear temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cold 33.8°F (1°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Oglala, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Oglala, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Oglala, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oglala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Oglala, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Oglala, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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

In Oglala, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Oglala?

In March, in Oglala, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Oglala, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Oglala, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Oglala, SD

Average pressure in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oglala, SD

Average wind speed in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Oglala, SD

Average humidity in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in March
Oglala, SD

Average rainfall in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Oglala, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oglala, SD

Average snowfall in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oglala, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oglala, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oglala, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Oglala, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Oglala, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Oglala, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Oglala, SD

Average visibility in March - Oglala, 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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