March weather forecast
Lake Andes, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Lake Andes, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March is marked by a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Lake Andes cools down to an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lake Andes is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lake Andes, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake Andes. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Andes, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Lake Andes?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lake Andes, South Dakota, are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lake Andes?

The months with the most snowfall in Lake Andes are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lake Andes?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lake Andes?

On the first day of March in Lake Andes, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lake Andes?

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

Average temperature in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average pressure in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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).

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Average wind speed in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average wind speed in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average humidity in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lake Andes, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lake Andes, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average UV index in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in March
Lake Andes, SD

Average visibility in March - Lake Andes, 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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