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Weather in South Dakota for March 2026

Your guide to South Dakota weather in March - trends and predictions

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    • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • South Dakota typically experiences moderate snowfall in March, with an average of 8 snowy days.
    According to South Dakota snow forecast for March 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, March 2026 in South Dakota has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 8.7 °F (showing only a slight deviation of -0.4 °F).

  • An exceptional deviation from the historical average is forecasted for next days of March 2026 in South Dakota with the forecasted temperature being 12.4 °F, much lower than usual.

  • In general, the average temperature in South Dakota at the beginning of March is 7.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17 °F by the end of March.

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Average dry days
21
Dry days
Average rainy days
2
Rainy days
Average snowy days
8
Snow days
Average temperatures
9°/-1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
27 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
65 %
Avg humidity

South Dakota Weather March

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February
April
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Partly cloudy
4°
2
Overcast
10°
3
Patchy rain possible
7°
4
Patchy rain possible
7°
5
Partly cloudy
8°
6
Patchy rain possible
9°
7
Patchy rain possible
6°
8
Overcast
8°
9
Sunny
12°
10
Overcast
11°
11
Cloudy
12°
12
Partly cloudy
13°
13
Overcast
14°
14
Overcast
9°
15
Overcast
8°
16
Overcast
3°
17
Light freezing rain
7°
18
Overcast
8°
19
Cloudy
6°
20
Patchy moderate snow
11°
21
Overcast
14°
22
Overcast
9°
23
Overcast
9°
24
Overcast
10°
25
Ice pellets
14°
26
Light snow
9°
27
Mist
6°
28
Weather Alert Sunny
19°
29
Sunny
22°
30
Sunny
30°
31
Patchy rain possible
19°

What’s the Weather Like in South Dakota This March?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across South Dakota’s cities this March.
CloudySioux Falls9 °F / -1 °FCloudyRapid City10 °F / 0 °FOvercastAberdeen9 °F / -2 °FMore Locations

Temperatures trend during March in South Dakota

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March weather in South Dakota day by day

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February April
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Mar. 1 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 4° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 2 Overcast
Overcast
 10° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 3 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 4 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /0° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Mar. 5 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 8° /-1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
Mar. 6 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /-2° 2.3 mm 0.7 cm
Mar. 7 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 8 Overcast
Overcast
 8° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 9 Sunny
Sunny
 12° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 10 Overcast
Overcast
 11° /-1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Mar. 11 Cloudy
Cloudy
 12° /1° 6.2 mm 4.5 cm
Mar. 12 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 13 Overcast
Overcast
 14° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Mar. 14 Overcast
Overcast
 9° /4° 9 mm 3.6 cm
Mar. 15 Overcast
Overcast
 8° /-3° 34.3 mm 0.4 cm
Mar. 16 Overcast
Overcast
 3° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 17 Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 7° /-6° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 18 Overcast
Overcast
 8° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 19 Cloudy
Cloudy
 6° /0° 5.4 mm 0.3 cm
Mar. 20 Patchy moderate snow
Patchy moderate snow
 11° /-2° 0.1 mm 0.1 cm
Mar. 21 Overcast
Overcast
 14° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 22 Overcast
Overcast
 9° /-2° 0.4 mm 0 cm
Mar. 23 Overcast
Overcast
 9° /-2° 2.5 mm 0.5 cm
Mar. 24 Overcast
Overcast
 10° /-1° 10.1 mm 2.2 cm
Mar. 25 Ice pellets
Ice pellets
 14° /0° 8.2 mm 0.2 cm
Mar. 26 Light snow
Light snow
 9° /-2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Mar. 27 Mist
Mist
 6° /-7° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 28 Sunny
Sunny
 19° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 29 Sunny
Sunny
 22° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 30 Sunny
Sunny
 30° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
Mar. 31 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /5° 0.6 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.
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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 9° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.

How much rainfall should be expected in South Dakota during March?

Significant rainfall exceeding 118.8 mm is expected in South Dakota during March, occurring over more than 2 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in South Dakota in March 2026?

South Dakota experiences an average snowfall of 13.79 cm during March, occurring over 8 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in South Dakota during March?

The average wind speed in South Dakota during March is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

South Dakota snow forecast March 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover South Dakota’s snowy potential this March ❄️
On average, South Dakota sees 8 snowy days during March, with approximately 13.8 cm of total snowfall.

March rainfall patterns in South Dakota

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for South Dakotas March weather 💧
Typically, South Dakota has 2 rainy days in March with a total of 118.8 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in South Dakota during March

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of March ☀️
Counties in South Dakota
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Brown CountyMinnehaha CountyPennington County
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