March weather forecastPukwana, SD
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Pukwana, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
As Pukwana welcomes March, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct rise, moving from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Pukwana reports a consistent average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) throughout March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Pukwana, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pukwana, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Pukwana, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pukwana, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:02 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 6.8h.UV index
In Pukwana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average pressure in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average humidity in March
Pukwana, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Pukwana, 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").
Average rainfall days in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average snowfall in March
Pukwana, 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").
Average snowfall days in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pukwana, 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 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average UV index in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Pukwana, 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).
Average visibility in March
Pukwana, 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).
