March weather forecast
Union Center, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Union Center, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

Union Center's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperature in Union Center lowers to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Union Center is 71%.

Rainfall

In Union Center, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Union Center, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Union Center. In Union Center, during March, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow. In Union Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) 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 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Union Center, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:17 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

In Union Center, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Union Center is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Union Center in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Union Center?

In March, the average relative humidity in Union Center, South Dakota, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Union Center?

In Union Center, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Union Center?

In Union Center, in March, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Union Center?

In Union Center, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Union Center?

On the first day of March in Union Center, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:17 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Union Center?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Union Center, South Dakota, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Union Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Union Center is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Union Center, SD

Average temperature in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

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Average pressure in March
Union Center, SD

Average pressure in March - Union Center, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Union Center, SD

Average wind speed in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Union Center, SD

Average humidity in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

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Average rainfall in March
Union Center, SD

Average rainfall in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Union Center, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Union Center, SD

Average snowfall in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Union Center, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 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
Union Center, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Union Center, 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: 7h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Union Center, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Union Center, SD

Average UV index in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Union Center, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Union Center, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Union Center, SD

Average visibility in March - Union Center, 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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