Pennington County (Rapid City)
March
Weather in Pennington County, South Dakota for March 2026
Your guide to Pennington County weather in March - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Pennington County usually enjoys a light touch of snow in March.
In general, the average temperature in Pennington County at the beginning of March is 6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 11.9 °F by the end of March.
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23
Dry days
3
Rainy days
5
Snow days
11°/0°
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27 km/h
Avg max wind
64 %
Avg humidity
Pennington County Weather March
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Temperatures trend during March in Pennington County
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March weather in Pennington County day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Mar. 1 |  Partly cloudy | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 2 |  Sunny | 15° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 3 |  Overcast | 9° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 4 |  Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-3° | 3.3 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| Mar. 5 | Partly cloudy | 6° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 6 | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-3° | 6.8 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Mar. 7 |  Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 8 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 9 | Sunny | 17° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 10 | Sunny | 19° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 11 |  Cloudy | 16° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 12 | Sunny | 14° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 13 | Cloudy | 19° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 14 | Overcast | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 15 | Cloudy | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 16 | Sunny | 14° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 17 | Partly cloudy | 15° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 18 | Light freezing rain | 5° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Mar. 19 | Light freezing rain | 3° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 20 | Overcast | 12° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 21 | Sunny | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 22 |  Moderate rain at times | 14° /1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 23 | Partly cloudy | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 24 |  Patchy rain possible | 13° /3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 25 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 26 | Partly cloudy | 21° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 27 | Partly cloudy | 19° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 28 | Overcast | 18° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Mar. 29 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /0° | 30 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Mar. 30 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 3.8 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| Mar. 31 |  Mist | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pennington County 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 Pennington County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Pennington County in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pennington County during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Pennington County during March?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Pennington County during March, with a total of 50.6 mm spread over approximately 3 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Pennington County in March 2026?
Pennington County experiences an average snowfall of 12.7 cm during March, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Pennington County during March?
The average wind speed in Pennington County during March is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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