March weather forecast
Mansfield, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mansfield, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

As Mansfield, South Dakota, welcomes March, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mansfield, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mansfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mansfield, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mansfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mansfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

Mansfield in March has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mansfield, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Mansfield, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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?

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Mansfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mansfield, SD

Average temperature in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Mansfield, SD

Average pressure in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mansfield, SD

Average wind speed in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mansfield, SD

Average humidity in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

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

Average rainfall in March
Mansfield, SD

Average rainfall in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Mansfield, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mansfield, SD

Average snowfall in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mansfield, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mansfield, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mansfield, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mansfield, SD

Average UV index in March - Mansfield, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mansfield, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Mansfield, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Mansfield, SD

Average visibility in March - Mansfield, 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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