March weather forecastFrederick, SD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Frederick, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 23°F (-5°C).Temperature
As Frederick welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) is noted during the nights in March.Humidity
In Frederick, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Frederick, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Frederick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Frederick, during March, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Frederick, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
In Frederick, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Frederick, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Frederick, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Frederick, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Frederick, SD
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).
Average rainfall in March
Frederick, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Frederick, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Frederick, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.48"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Frederick, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Frederick, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Frederick, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Frederick, 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
Frederick, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Frederick, SD
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
