March weather forecastHarrisburg, SD
March
Weather in March
March brings with it the first inkling of spring in Harrisburg. A notable increase in temperature, longer daylight hours and a decline in snowfall mark this month's transformation from winter. The beginning of the rainy season is observed, with a total rainfall of 1.5" (38mm) scattered across roughly 9.6 days. Significantly, this month also marks the departure of the snowy season for the residents.Temperature
In March, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout the month of March, Harrisburg sees a steady low-temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In Harrisburg, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Harrisburg, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Harrisburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Harrisburg, in March, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.5 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Harrisburg, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 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 6.2h.UV index
In Harrisburg, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 44.1°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 (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Harrisburg, 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 (7.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Harrisburg, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Harrisburg, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Harrisburg, 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).
