March weather forecast
Scenic, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Scenic, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Scenic's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Scenic, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scenic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Scenic. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Scenic is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Scenic, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Scenic?

In March, in Scenic, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scenic?

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scenic?

In Scenic, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scenic in March?

In Scenic, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Scenic?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Scenic, South Dakota, 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 Scenic?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Scenic?

In Scenic, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Scenic, SD

Average temperature in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Scenic, SD

Average pressure in March - Scenic, 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
Scenic, SD

Average wind speed in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Scenic, SD

Average humidity in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scenic, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Scenic, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Scenic, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Scenic, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Scenic, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Scenic, SD

Average visibility in March - Scenic, 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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