March weather forecast
Pierre, SD

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The Capitol Dome building in Pierre, South Dakota, set in a beautiful tree park
The Capitol Dome building in Pierre, South Dakota, set in a beautiful tree park

Weather in March

March in Pierre, South Dakota brings further relief from the winter extremities. The anticipation of spring is palpable with the continuing rise in temperature and daylight hours. March stands out as the month that the average high temperatures surpass the freezing point, now at 44.1°F (6.7°C), symbolizing a key turn in Pierre's weather pattern. Regular melting of accumulated snow and ice occurs, heralding the onset of the long-awaited spring season. Lakes and rivers begin to thaw, creating a bustling environment for wildlife and recreation.

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant increase, moving up from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature in Pierre falls to an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Pierre, South Dakota, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pierre, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pierre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.5 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pierre are January through May, October through December. In March, in Pierre, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pierre, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Pierre is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Pierre, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:08 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 Pierre is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pierre is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. 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. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Pierre during March?

During March, Pierre experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pierre?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Pierre?

In Pierre, South Dakota, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pierre in March?

In Pierre, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pierre?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pierre?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Pierre, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pierre, 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 Pierre?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Pierre?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Pierre is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pierre, SD

Average temperature in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pierre, SD

Average pressure in March - Pierre, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pierre, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pierre, SD

Average humidity in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pierre, SD

Average rainfall in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pierre, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pierre, SD

Average snowfall in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pierre, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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
Pierre, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pierre, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pierre, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pierre, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pierre, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Pierre, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Pierre, SD

Average visibility in March - Pierre, 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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