March weather forecast
Firesteel, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Firesteel, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

As Firesteel transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a marked escalation, increasing from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout March, Firesteel witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Firesteel is 78%.

Rainfall

In Firesteel, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Firesteel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Firesteel. In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Firesteel, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Firesteel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:12 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Firesteel, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Firesteel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. 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 Firesteel during March?

In Firesteel, in March, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Firesteel?

In March, in Firesteel, South Dakota, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Firesteel in March?

In Firesteel, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Firesteel have in March?

In Firesteel, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Firesteel?

On the first day of March in Firesteel, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:12 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Firesteel have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Firesteel?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Firesteel, SD

Average temperature in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Firesteel, SD

Average pressure in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average wind speed in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Firesteel, SD

Average humidity in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in March
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Firesteel, 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: 6h and 0min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Firesteel, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Firesteel, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Firesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Firesteel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Firesteel, SD

Average visibility in March - Firesteel, 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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