March weather forecastPollock, SD
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Pollock, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 40.5°F (4.7°C).Temperature
March's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, escalating from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). During March, Pollock experiences an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Pollock, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pollock, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Pollock, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pollock, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:08 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 is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pollock, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in March
Pollock, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Pollock, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Pollock, SD
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).
Average rainfall in March
Pollock, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Pollock, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Pollock, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Pollock, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pollock, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Pollock, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Pollock, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Pollock, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in March
Pollock, 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).
