March weather forecast
Oelrichs, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Oelrichs, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). The temperature in Oelrichs, South Dakota, dips to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Oelrichs is 65%.

Rainfall

In Oelrichs, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.8 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oelrichs are January through May, September through December. In Oelrichs, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Oelrichs, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Oelrichs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Oelrichs, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. 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 are March temperatures in Oelrichs?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Oelrichs, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oelrichs?

In March, the average relative humidity in Oelrichs is 65%.

How much does it rain in Oelrichs in March?

In Oelrichs, South Dakota, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Oelrichs?

In Oelrichs, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Oelrichs?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Oelrichs?

On the first day of March in Oelrichs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Oelrichs, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Oelrichs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Oelrichs, South Dakota, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Oelrichs?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oelrichs, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average temperature in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average pressure in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average wind speed in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average humidity in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average rainfall in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 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
Oelrichs, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oelrichs, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Oelrichs, SD

Average visibility in March - Oelrichs, 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).

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