March weather forecast
Ashton, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ashton, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). The nights of March in Ashton anticipate an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ashton, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Ashton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ashton are January through April, October through December. In Ashton, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ashton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Ashton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Ashton is 5.9h.

UV index

In Ashton, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Ashton?

In March, in Ashton, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ashton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ashton, South Dakota, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ashton?

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ashton in March?

In Ashton, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ashton have in March?

In Ashton, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ashton?

On the first day of March in Ashton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Ashton?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Ashton?

In Ashton, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ashton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashton, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ashton, SD

Average temperature in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashton, SD

Average pressure in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ashton, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashton, SD

Average humidity in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashton, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashton, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ashton, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashton, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashton, SD

Average UV index in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashton, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Ashton, SD

Average visibility in March - Ashton, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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