March weather forecastRichmond Heights, SD
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Richmond Heights, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).Temperature
The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, Richmond Heights reports a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Richmond Heights, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Richmond Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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
The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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 30min
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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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
Richmond 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).
