March weather forecast
Big Stone City, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Big Stone City, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C) in February to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Big Stone City, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Big Stone City, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Big Stone City, there are 106.9 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Big Stone City are January through May, October through December. In March, in Big Stone City, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Big Stone City, South Dakota, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Big Stone City, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Big Stone City, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Stone City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Big Stone City in March?

Big Stone City in March has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Big Stone City?

In March, the average relative humidity in Big Stone City, South Dakota, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Big Stone City?

In Big Stone City, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Big Stone City?

In Big Stone City, in March, during 7.7 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Big Stone City?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Big Stone City?

On the first day of March in Big Stone City, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Big Stone City, 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 Big Stone City?

The average sunshine duration in March in Big Stone City, South Dakota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Big Stone City?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Big Stone City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average temperature in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average pressure in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average humidity in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Big Stone City, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Big Stone City, 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: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average UV index in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Big Stone City, SD

Average visibility in March - Big Stone City, 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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