March weather forecast
Kimball, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Kimball, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant increase, moving up from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kimball, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kimball, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kimball, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:02 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 is 6.8h.

UV index

In Kimball, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Kimball, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Kimball, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kimball have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

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

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 Kimball, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Kimball, SD

Average temperature in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Kimball, SD

Average pressure in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Kimball, SD

Average wind speed in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Kimball, SD

Average humidity in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kimball, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Kimball, SD

Average UV index in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kimball, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Kimball, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Kimball, SD

Average visibility in March - Kimball, 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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