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
Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). March brings an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) to Ortley.Humidity
In Ortley, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Ortley, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ortley, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ortley, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Ortley, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 23.74" (603mm) of snow.Daylight
In Ortley, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 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 Ortley, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Ortley, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).
Average pressure in March
Ortley, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"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).
Average wind speed in March
Ortley, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Ortley, SD
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Ortley, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Ortley, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ortley, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ortley, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ortley, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ortley, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Ortley, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Ortley, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Ortley, SD
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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