March weather forecast
Beresford, SD

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Weather in March

March indicates the beginning of Spring in Beresford, South Dakota. The weather starts to improve, with temperatures showing a significant increase from February values; a high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The increase in temperature leads to snow beginning to thaw, replaced by more rainfall. The days grow noticeably longer granting more daylight hours, making outdoor activities more feasible. March also comes with an improved UV index which translates to more sun exposure.

Temperature

Beresford experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in February to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Beresford observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Beresford, South Dakota, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Beresford, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Beresford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Beresford is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Beresford, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Beresford?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Beresford, South Dakota, are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Beresford?

In March, the average relative humidity in Beresford is 74%.

How much does it rain in Beresford in March?

In Beresford, in March, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Beresford?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Beresford. Snow falls for 5 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Beresford in March?

In Beresford, South Dakota, in March, during 5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Beresford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Beresford?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Beresford, South Dakota, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Beresford?

In Beresford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Beresford, SD

Average temperature in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°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 (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Beresford, SD

Average pressure in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Beresford, SD

Average wind speed in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Beresford, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
Beresford, SD

Average rainfall in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Beresford, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Beresford, SD

Average snowfall in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Beresford, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Beresford, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Beresford, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Beresford, SD

Average UV index in March - Beresford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Beresford, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Beresford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Beresford, SD

Average visibility in March - Beresford, 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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