March weather forecastDolton, SD
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Dolton, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Temperature
Dolton in March showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During March, Dolton consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Dolton, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Dolton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Dolton, the average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dolton, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in March
Dolton, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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 (9.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Dolton, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dolton, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Dolton, SD
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dolton, 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
Dolton, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Dolton, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Dolton, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Dolton, 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).
