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
The start of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Richfield Heights, an average temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) is noted during March nights.Humidity
In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Richfield Heights are January through May, October through December. In Richfield Heights, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Richfield Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 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
In March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Richfield Heights during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Richfield Heights?
How much does it rain in Richfield Heights in March?
How much does it snow in Richfield Heights in March?
How many hours of daylight does Richfield Heights have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Richfield Heights?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Richfield Heights?
How long on average sun shines in March in Richfield Heights?
What is the UV index reading in March in Richfield Heights?
Average temperature in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average pressure in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average humidity in March
Richfield Heights, 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%).
Average rainfall in March
Richfield Heights, 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").
Average rainfall days in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average snowfall in March
Richfield Heights, 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").
Average snowfall days in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average sunshine days in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average UV index in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Richfield Heights, 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).
Average visibility in March
Richfield Heights, 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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