March weather forecast
Claire City, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Claire City, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

Claire City experiences a clear temperature upsurge in March, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in February to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). Claire City, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Claire City, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Claire City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Claire City, in March, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Claire City, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:56 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 is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. 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 Claire City in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Claire City?

The average relative humidity in March in Claire City is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Claire City?

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Claire City?

In Claire City, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Claire City have in March?

In March, the average day length in Claire City, South Dakota, is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Claire City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Claire City, South Dakota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Claire City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Claire City, SD

Average temperature in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Claire City, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Claire City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Claire City, SD

Average humidity in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

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Average rainfall in March
Claire City, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Claire City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Claire City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Claire City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 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
Claire City, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • 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
Claire City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Claire City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Claire City, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Claire City, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Claire City, SD

Average visibility in March - Claire 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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