March weather forecast
Tolstoy, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Tolstoy, is a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

Tolstoy's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). In March, Tolstoy experiences an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Tolstoy, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Tolstoy, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Tolstoy, in March, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Tolstoy, South Dakota, 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 7:19 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

In March, the average sunshine in Tolstoy is 5.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Tolstoy in March?

In March, in Tolstoy, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Tolstoy?

The average relative humidity in March in Tolstoy is 79%.

How much does it rain in Tolstoy in March?

In March, in Tolstoy, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Tolstoy?

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, in March, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Tolstoy have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Tolstoy?

On the first day of March in Tolstoy, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tolstoy, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Tolstoy have in March?

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Tolstoy?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average temperature in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average pressure in March - Tolstoy, 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
Tolstoy, SD

Average wind speed in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average humidity in March - Tolstoy, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall in March - Tolstoy, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average snowfall in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall in March - Tolstoy, 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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tolstoy, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average UV index in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Tolstoy, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Tolstoy, SD

Average visibility in March - Tolstoy, 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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