March weather forecast
Lakeport, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Lakeport, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Lakeport is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lakeport, South Dakota, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lakeport, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lakeport, South Dakota. In March, in Lakeport, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lakeport, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lakeport, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:55 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 March, the average sunshine in Lakeport is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Lakeport is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Lakeport?

The high-temperature, in March, in Lakeport, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lakeport?

In Lakeport, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lakeport?

In Lakeport, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lakeport in March?

In Lakeport, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lakeport have in March?

The average day length in March in Lakeport, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lakeport?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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

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 Lakeport?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lakeport is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Lakeport?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lakeport, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Lakeport, SD

Average pressure in March - Lakeport, 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
Lakeport, SD

Average wind speed in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Lakeport, SD

Average humidity in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lakeport, SD

Average rainfall in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lakeport, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Lakeport, SD

Average snowfall in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lakeport, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lakeport, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lakeport, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lakeport, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Lakeport, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Lakeport, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Lakeport, SD

Average visibility in March - Lakeport, 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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