March weather forecast
Carter, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Carter, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Carter's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Carter in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Carter, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Carter, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carter, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Carter, South Dakota. In Carter, in March, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Carter, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carter, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:06 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 Carter, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In Carter, South Dakota, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Carter?

The high-temperature, in March, in Carter, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Carter?

In Carter, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carter?

In Carter, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carter in March?

In March, in Carter, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carter have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Carter?

On the first day of March in Carter, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Carter have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Carter?

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

Average temperature in March - Carter, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carter, SD

Average pressure in March - Carter, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Carter, SD

Average wind speed in March - Carter, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carter, SD

Average humidity in March - Carter, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carter, SD

Average rainfall in March - Carter, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carter, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Carter, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carter, SD

Average snowfall in March - Carter, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carter, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Carter, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Carter, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carter, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carter, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Carter, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carter, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Carter, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Carter, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Carter, SD

Average visibility in March - Carter, 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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