March weather forecastBrandon, SD
March
Weather in March
By March, the citizens of Brandon start to feel the whisper of spring as the weather takes on a more temperate profile. 8.3 days of rainfall contribute to a total precipitation of 1.38" (35mm). This precipitation, combined with a rise in temperatures, results in a reduced snowfall of 3.39" (86mm) spread over only 7.2 days. Persistent moderately strong winds make the air feel cooler, making outdoor activities more pleasant. As March gives way to April, the city welcomes a fresher, more vibrant weather pattern.Temperature
Brandon experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Brandon, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Brandon, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brandon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brandon, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Brandon, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 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
The average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Brandon, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Brandon, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Brandon, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in March
Brandon, SD
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Brandon, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Brandon, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Brandon, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Brandon, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Brandon, 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: 6h and 0min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Brandon, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Brandon, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Brandon, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Brandon, 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).
