Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in February to a wintry 41°F (5°C). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In Howard, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, in Howard, South Dakota, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Howard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Howard, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Howard, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Howard is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:56 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 5.8h.UV index
In Howard, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Howard?
How many days does it rain in March in Howard?
How many days does it snow in March in Howard?
What is the average length of the day in March in Howard?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Howard?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Howard?
How many hours of sunshine does Howard have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Howard?
Average temperature in March
Howard, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 41°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Howard, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Howard, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Howard, SD
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Howard, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Howard, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Howard, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Howard, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Howard, 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: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Howard, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Howard, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Howard, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Howard, 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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