March weather forecast
Mount Rushmore National Memorial, SD

In a departure from the preceding months, March witnesses a rise in average temperatures from 36.7°F (2.6°C) to 43.2°F (6.2°C). It also enjoys longer daylight, allowing visitors to have extended hours for exploration. Precipitation takes a different turn, with rainfall reaching 1.2" (30mm) and snowfall tallying 10.4" (264mm) - the highest of the year. Although, the weather remains chilly, it paves the way for a gradual warming trend which continues into the following months. Despite fluctuating weather conditions, March signifies the onset of spring and the increase in daylight and temperatures welcomes more visitors compared to the previous months.

Temperature

Mount Rushmore National Memorial's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Mount Rushmore National Memorial in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Rainfall

In Mount Rushmore National Memorial, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Rushmore National Memorial, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.5 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Mount Rushmore National Memorial, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 10.39" (264mm) of snow. In Mount Rushmore National Memorial, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 52.4" (1331mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mount Rushmore National Memorial, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:20 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.