March weather forecast
Stephan, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Stephan, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Stephan's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in February to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature in Stephan dips to a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Stephan, South Dakota, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stephan, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Stephan, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stephan, during March, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Stephan, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 16.06" (408mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Stephan, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:04 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 in Stephan is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Stephan?

In March, in Stephan, the average high-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Stephan?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Stephan in March?

In Stephan, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Stephan?

In March, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stephan have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Stephan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Stephan, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Stephan?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Stephan, South Dakota, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Stephan?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Stephan, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Stephan, SD

Average temperature in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Stephan, SD

Average pressure in March - Stephan, 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
Stephan, SD

Average wind speed in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Stephan, SD

Average humidity in March - Stephan, 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
Stephan, SD

Average rainfall in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Stephan, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Stephan, SD

Average snowfall in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Stephan, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stephan, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stephan, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Stephan, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Stephan, SD

Average UV index in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Stephan, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Stephan, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Stephan, SD

Average visibility in March - Stephan, 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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