March weather forecast
Pine Ridge, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) in February to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Pine Ridge observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Pine Ridge, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How much does it rain in March?

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

How many days does it snow in March?

In Pine Ridge, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pine Ridge have in March?

In Pine Ridge, 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 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Pine Ridge have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Pine Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average temperature in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average pressure in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average wind speed in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average humidity in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pine Ridge, 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: 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average UV index in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Pine Ridge, 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
Pine Ridge, SD

Average visibility in March - Pine Ridge, 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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