March weather forecast
Ethan, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ethan, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

March's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature rise, advancing from February's freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). An average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is observed during March nights in Ethan.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ethan is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Ethan, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ethan, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ethan, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:57 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ethan during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ethan, records 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ethan?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ethan is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ethan?

In March, in Ethan, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ethan?

In March, in Ethan, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ethan have in March?

The average day length in March in Ethan is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ethan?

On the first day of March in Ethan, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ethan, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Ethan have in March?

In Ethan, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ethan?

In Ethan, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ethan, SD

Average temperature in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ethan, SD

Average pressure in March - Ethan, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Ethan, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ethan, SD

Average humidity in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Ethan, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ethan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ethan, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ethan, SD

Average UV index in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Ethan, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Ethan, SD

Average visibility in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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