March weather forecast
Ordway, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Ordway, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Ordway, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ordway, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ordway, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ordway, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ordway, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Ordway is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ordway is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ordway in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ordway?

In Ordway, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ordway?

In Ordway, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ordway in March?

In Ordway, South Dakota, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ordway have in March?

In Ordway, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ordway?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Ordway, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Ordway?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ordway, South Dakota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ordway?

In Ordway, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ordway, SD

Average temperature in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°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 (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ordway, SD

Average pressure in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ordway, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ordway, SD

Average humidity in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ordway, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ordway, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ordway, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ordway, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Ordway, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ordway, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ordway, SD

Average UV index in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ordway, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ordway, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in March
Ordway, SD

Average visibility in March - Ordway, 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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