March weather forecastHartford, SD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Hartford, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).Temperature
The shift from February to March is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In March, Hartford reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Hartford, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hartford. In March, in Hartford, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.Daylight
In Hartford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Hartford, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Hartford, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Hartford, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Hartford, SD
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Hartford, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Hartford, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hartford, 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 0min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Hartford, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Hartford, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Hartford, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Hartford, 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).
