March weather forecast
Huron, SD

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An old water tower stands high with a bold sign of the town name in the small farming town of Bryant near Huron, South Dakota.
An old water tower stands high with a bold sign of the town name in the small farming town of Bryant near Huron, South Dakota.

Weather in March

Come March, Huron marvels as winter recedes and spring starts to dominate the weather. With the average high temperature lifting to 42.3°F (5.7°C), the month marks the transition towards milder temperatures. Blossoms start to replace barren branches of the trees, adding dashes of color against the graying snow. Despite remaining on the cooler side, the steady, incremental warming cues in the spring morale. An increase in rainfall also indicates the nurturing of new life that spring brings to Huron.

Temperature

March brings a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is observed in Huron.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Huron, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Huron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Huron, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Huron, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Huron is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Huron is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Huron?

In Huron, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Huron?

In Huron, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Huron in March?

In March, in Huron, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Huron?

In Huron, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Huron have in March?

The average day length in March in Huron, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Huron?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Huron, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

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 Huron?

In Huron, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Huron?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Huron 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 temperature in March
Huron, SD

Average temperature in March - Huron, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°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 (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Huron, SD

Average pressure in March - Huron, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Huron, SD

Average wind speed in March - Huron, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Huron, SD

Average humidity in March - Huron, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in March
Huron, SD

Average rainfall in March - Huron, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Huron, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Huron, SD

Average snowfall in March - Huron, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Huron, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Huron, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Huron, SD

Average UV index in March - Huron, 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 November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Huron, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Huron, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Huron, SD

Average visibility in March - Huron, 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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