March weather forecast
Pine Ridge, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pine Ridge, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 33.8°F (1°C) in February to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Pine Ridge, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Pine Ridge, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Pine Ridge, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.7 rainfall days, and 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pine Ridge are January through May, September through December. In Pine Ridge, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Pine Ridge, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pine Ridge in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Pine Ridge?

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How much does it rain in Pine Ridge in March?

In March, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Pine Ridge?

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, in March, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pine Ridge have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Pine Ridge?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pine Ridge, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Pine Ridge have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Pine Ridge is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pine Ridge?

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average temperature in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average pressure in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average wind speed in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average humidity in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pine Ridge, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average UV index in March - Pine Ridge, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Pine Ridge, SD

Average visibility in March - Pine Ridge, 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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