March weather forecast
Oacoma, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oacoma, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in March, moving up from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). The average low-temperature, in March, in Oacoma, is a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Oacoma, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oacoma, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oacoma, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oacoma, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oacoma, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:03 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 Oacoma is 6.8h.

UV index

In Oacoma, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oacoma in March?

In Oacoma, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Oacoma?

In Oacoma, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Oacoma?

In Oacoma, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oacoma in March?

In Oacoma, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oacoma have in March?

The average day length in March in Oacoma, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oacoma?

On the first day of March in Oacoma, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Oacoma, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Oacoma have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Oacoma is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Oacoma?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Oacoma, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oacoma, SD

Average temperature in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oacoma, SD

Average pressure in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oacoma, SD

Average wind speed in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oacoma, SD

Average humidity in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oacoma, SD

Average rainfall in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oacoma, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oacoma, SD

Average snowfall in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oacoma, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oacoma, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oacoma, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oacoma, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oacoma, SD

Average UV index in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oacoma, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Oacoma, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Oacoma, SD

Average visibility in March - Oacoma, 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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