March weather forecast
Willow Lake, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Willow Lake, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

Willow Lake experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in February to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C). Throughout March, Willow Lake witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Willow Lake, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Willow Lake, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Willow Lake, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.3 snowfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:57 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

The average sunshine in March in Willow Lake is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Willow Lake, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Willow Lake, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Willow Lake, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Willow Lake have in March?

In Willow Lake, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Willow Lake, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average temperature in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average pressure in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Willow Lake, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average humidity in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average rainfall in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average snowfall in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Willow Lake, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Willow Lake, SD

Average visibility in March - Willow 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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