March weather forecast
Lead, SD

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Lead, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

In Lead, the average high-temperature in March rises from a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Lead, in March, the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lead, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lead are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:31 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Lead is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Lead?

In March, in Lead, South Dakota, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Lead?

In Lead, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lead in March?

In Lead, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lead have in March?

In Lead, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Lead?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Lead, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lead, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Lead have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Lead, South Dakota, is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lead?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lead, South Dakota, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Lead?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average pressure in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average humidity in March
Lead, SD

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lead, SD

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Lead, SD

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Lead, SD

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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lead, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 28min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 36min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average UV index in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Lead, SD

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).

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Average visibility in March
Lead, SD

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).

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