Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Elkton's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of March, soaring from a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). The temperature dips to an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Elkton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elkton, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elkton are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.1 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Elkton is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Elkton, sunrise is at 7:07 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
In Elkton, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.UV index
In Elkton, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Elkton during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Elkton?
How much does it rain in Elkton in March?
How much does it snow in Elkton in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Elkton?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Elkton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Elkton?
How long on average sun shines in March in Elkton?
What is the UV index reading in March in Elkton?
Average temperature in March
Elkton, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 40.3°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 (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Elkton, 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
Elkton, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Elkton, SD
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Elkton, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Elkton, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Elkton, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Elkton, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elkton, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elkton, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Elkton, SD
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Elkton, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Elkton, 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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