Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
Lead's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is observed during March nights.Humidity
In Lead, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Lead. In Lead, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow. In Lead, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lead, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 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 Lead, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Lead during March?
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How many days does it rain in March in Lead?
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What is the average length of the day in March in Lead?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lead?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lead?
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When is the lowest UV index in Lead?
How high is the UV index in March in Lead?
Average temperature in March
Lead, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Lead, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Lead, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Lead, SD
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in March
Lead, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Lead, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lead, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 5"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Lead, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 10 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lead, 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: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lead, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Lead, SD
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Lead, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in March
Lead, 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).