March weather forecast
Timber Lake, SD

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Weather in March

March sees Timber Lake bid an incipient goodbye to winter and welcome spring. As days stretch longer, the increase in temperature is evident, ranging from 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to 40.5°F (4.7°C), introducing the residents to the first hints of spring. A decrease in snowfall and increase in average rainfall signifies the departure from the season's icy grip. March officially kickstarts the wet season, where the landscape slowly sheds its white cloak, replaced by emerging spring greenery.

Temperature

Timber Lake's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of March, soaring from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature in Timber Lake dips to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Timber Lake, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Timber Lake, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Timber Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Timber Lake, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:11 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Timber Lake, records 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Timber Lake?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Timber Lake, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Timber Lake, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Timber Lake have in March?

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 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Timber Lake have in March?

In Timber Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average temperature in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°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 (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Timber Lake, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average wind speed in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average humidity in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Timber Lake, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average UV index in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Timber Lake, SD

Average visibility in March - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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