March weather forecast
Raymond, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Raymond, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Raymond in March sees a clear temperature escalation, with average high-temperatures increasing from a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Raymond dips to a mean of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In Raymond, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Raymond, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, in Raymond, South Dakota, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raymond, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Raymond, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Raymond, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Raymond, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In Raymond, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Raymond?

March temperatures in Raymond, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Raymond?

In Raymond, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Raymond?

In Raymond, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Raymond in March?

In Raymond, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

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

In Raymond, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Raymond?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Raymond, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Raymond have in March?

In Raymond, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Raymond?

In Raymond, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Raymond, SD

Average temperature in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Raymond, SD

Average pressure in March - Raymond, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Raymond, SD

Average wind speed in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Raymond, SD

Average humidity in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

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Average rainfall in March
Raymond, SD

Average rainfall in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Raymond, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Raymond, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Raymond, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Raymond, SD

Average UV index in March - Raymond, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Raymond, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Raymond, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Raymond, SD

Average visibility in March - Raymond, 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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