March weather forecast
Nisland, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Nisland, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded during the month of March.

Humidity

In Nisland, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Nisland. In March, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) 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 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Nisland, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Nisland, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nisland is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Nisland?

In Nisland, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Nisland?

The average relative humidity in March in Nisland, South Dakota, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Nisland?

In Nisland, South Dakota, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Nisland?

In Nisland, South Dakota, in March, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Nisland?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Nisland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Nisland, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Nisland?

In Nisland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Nisland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nisland is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nisland, SD

Average temperature in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Nisland, SD

Average pressure in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nisland, SD

Average wind speed in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Nisland, SD

Average humidity in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Nisland, SD

Average rainfall in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Nisland, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nisland, SD

Average snowfall in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nisland, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nisland, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nisland, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Nisland, SD

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Nisland, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Nisland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Nisland, SD

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

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

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