Mount Rushmore National Memorial in March
In March, Mount Rushmore National Memorial averages a high of 44°F and a low of 25°F, with 1.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 9.6 inches of snowfall. About 42,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 11 hours 47 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 44° / 25°F
- Precipitation
- 1.4in
- Snow
- 9.6in
- Daylight
- 11h 47m
- Visitors
- 42,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Rapid City Rgnl AP, SD at 3,160 ft averages a March high of 48°F and a low of 23°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mt Rushmore Nmem, SD, 0.3 miles from the park's center, 5,311 ft. Second station lower down: Rapid City Rgnl AP, SD, 3,160 ft, 22.9 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Cave National Park | 50° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
| Badlands National Park | 50° / 22° | Quiet | Cool |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 44° / 18° | Quiet | Cool |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 42° / 14° | Quiet | Cool |
| Yellowstone National Park | 35° / 8° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mount Rushmore National Memorial on nps.gov
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