March weather forecast
Faulkton, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Faulkton, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). In March, the temperature in Faulkton drops to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Faulkton is 79%.

Rainfall

In Faulkton, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Faulkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.3 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Faulkton are January through May, October through December. In Faulkton, in March, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Faulkton, South Dakota, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Faulkton is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Faulkton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:03 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 in Faulkton is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Faulkton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Faulkton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Faulkton?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Faulkton in March?

In Faulkton, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Faulkton?

In Faulkton, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Faulkton have in March?

The average day length in March in Faulkton, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Faulkton?

On the first day of March in Faulkton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Faulkton?

In Faulkton, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Faulkton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Faulkton, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Faulkton, SD

Average temperature in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°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 (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Faulkton, SD

Average pressure in March - Faulkton, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Faulkton, SD

Average wind speed in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Faulkton, SD

Average humidity in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
Faulkton, SD

Average rainfall in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Faulkton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Faulkton, SD

Average snowfall in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Faulkton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Faulkton, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Faulkton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Faulkton, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Faulkton, SD

Average UV index in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Faulkton, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Faulkton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Faulkton, SD

Average visibility in March - Faulkton, 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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