March weather forecastRochford, SD

March

Weather in March

As Rochford transitions from winter to spring, the weather in March brings noticeable characteristics. A rise in temperature accompanies a reduction in snowfall, marking the commencement of the warmer part of the year. March sees the highest snowfall of the year, 5" (127mm), before it starts tapering off towards the end of the month. Amidsts the snowy landscapes, glimpses of green start showing up, painting a beautiful contrasting picture. On a final note, the spring equinox falls in March, setting the tone for longer daylight hours and moving away from the stark winter.

Temperature

Rochford in March sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Rochford experiences a mean low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) during March.

Humidity

In Rochford, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Rochford, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rochford, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Rochford, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. In Rochford, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Rochford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rochford. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Rochford during March is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

In Rochford, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

In Rochford, South Dakota, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March in Rochford is 11h and 58min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Rochford, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rochford, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

The average sunshine duration in March in Rochford is 7.6h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

30.4°F

42.4°F

49.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.8mph

9.9mph

10.4mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.7

16.1

13.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rochford, SD

Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Rochford, SD

Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rochford, SD

Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Rochford, SD

Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Rochford, SD

Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Rochford, SD

Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rochford, SD

Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rochford, SD

Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rochford, 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: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rochford, SD

Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rochford, SD

Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rochford, SD

Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Rochford, 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).