March weather forecastSeneca, SD
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Seneca, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).Temperature
The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Humidity
In Seneca, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Seneca, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Seneca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Seneca are January through May, October through December. In Seneca, in March, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Seneca, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:05 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 5.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Seneca, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Seneca, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Seneca, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Seneca, SD
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).
Average rainfall in March
Seneca, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Seneca, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Seneca, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Seneca, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Seneca, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Seneca, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Seneca, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Seneca, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Seneca, 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).
