March weather forecast
Goodwin, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Goodwin, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and max 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in February to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). During the month of March, Goodwin experiences a steady low-temperature average of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, in Goodwin, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Goodwin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Goodwin, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Goodwin, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.3 days and aggregates up to 17.56" (446mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Goodwin, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 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 in Goodwin is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Goodwin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Goodwin?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Goodwin?

In Goodwin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Goodwin?

In Goodwin, South Dakota, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Goodwin in March?

In Goodwin, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Goodwin have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Goodwin?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Goodwin, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Goodwin, South Dakota, 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 Goodwin?

The average sunshine duration in March in Goodwin is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Goodwin?

In Goodwin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Goodwin, SD

Average temperature in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Goodwin, SD

Average pressure in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Goodwin, SD

Average wind speed in March - Goodwin, 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 (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Goodwin, SD

Average humidity in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Goodwin, SD

Average rainfall in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Goodwin, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Goodwin, SD

Average snowfall in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Goodwin, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
Goodwin, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Goodwin, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Goodwin, SD

Average UV index in March - Goodwin, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Goodwin, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Goodwin, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Goodwin, SD

Average visibility in March - Goodwin, 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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