South Dakota
March
Weather in South Dakota for March 2025
Your guide to South Dakota weather in March - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in South Dakota at the beginning of March is 11.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 2.9 °F by the end of March.
Precipitation in South Dakota during March is a rare event, with an average of fewer than 2 rainy days.
South Dakota experiences moderate snowfall in March, with an average of 8 snowy days.
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22
Dry days
1
Rainy days
8
Snow days
8°/-1°
Temperatures
25 km/h
Avg max wind
58 %
Avg humidity
South Dakota in March average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  16° | 2  16° | |||||
| 3  12° | 4 10° | 5 9° | 6 11° | 7 7° | 8 6° | 9  7° |
| 10 15° | 11  21° | 12 18° | 13 17° | 14 11° | 15 11° | 16 9° |
| 17  1° | 18 5° | 19 12° | 20  2° | 21 9° | 22  5° | 23  -1° |
| 24  1° | 25  1° | 26 -4° | 27  -5° | 28  2° | 29 10° | 30 7° |
| 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during March in South Dakota
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March weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 1 | Partly cloudy | 16° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 2 | Overcast | 16° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 4 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 5 | Partly cloudy | 9° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 7 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 8 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Sunny | 7° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 10 | Overcast | 15° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 11 | Cloudy | 21° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Partly cloudy | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 13 | Overcast | 17° /7° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 14 | Overcast | 11° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 | Overcast | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Overcast | 9° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 17 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Overcast | 5° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Cloudy | 12° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Mar. 21 | Overcast | 9° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 | Light snow | 5° /-5° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-8° | 1.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Mar. 24 | Heavy snow | 1° /-1° | 30.4 mm | 6.7 cm | |
| Mar. 25 | Ice pellets | 1° /-5° | 24.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Light snow | -4° /-10° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 | Mist | -5° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Freezing fog | 2° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 30 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 31 | Light snow | 9° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for South Dakota in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the South Dakota forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
South Dakota in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in South Dakota during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in South Dakota during March?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in South Dakota during March, with a total of 60.2 mm spread over approximately 1 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Is snowfall common in South Dakota during March?
South Dakota experiences an average snowfall of 9 cm during March, occurring over 8 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in South Dakota during March?
The average wind speed in South Dakota during March is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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