March weather forecastColumbia, SD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Columbia, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).Temperature
March witnesses a clear temperature increase, soaring from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Columbia throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
In Columbia, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Columbia, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Columbia, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Columbia is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Columbia, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Columbia, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbia, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbia, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbia, SD
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbia, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbia, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbia, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbia, SD
- Average UV index in March: 2
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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbia, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in March
Columbia, 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).
