March weather forecastElkton, SD
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Elkton, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C).Temperature
March brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from February's freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C) to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is recorded during March.Humidity
In Elkton, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Elkton, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkton, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.1 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Elkton, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March 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, 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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 42min
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).
