March weather forecast
Wasta, SD

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Weather in March

The weather in March signifies a transition between winter and spring in Wasta. The temperature begins to rise and ranges from a frigid low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) to a noticeably warmer high of 45.5°F (7.5°C), indicative of the overall warming trend that will continue into the following month. There's a noticeable thaw as snow melt starts and fields begin to show signs of green. As daylight increases, inhabitants start to venture outside more frequently after the long, cold winter. However, intermittent snowfall persists and some late-season winter storms do occur.

Temperature

Wasta's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In the month of March, an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) marks the low-temperature in Wasta.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Wasta, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wasta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wasta, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Wasta, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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 in Wasta is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Wasta?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Wasta, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wasta?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Wasta in March?

In Wasta, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Wasta?

In Wasta, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wasta have in March?

The average day length in March in Wasta, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Wasta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Wasta, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.

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

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 Wasta?

In Wasta, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Wasta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Wasta is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Wasta, SD

Average temperature in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wasta, SD

Average pressure in March - Wasta, 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
Wasta, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wasta, SD

Average humidity in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wasta, SD

Average rainfall in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wasta, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wasta, SD

Average snowfall in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wasta, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 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
Wasta, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wasta, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Wasta, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wasta, SD

Average UV index in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Wasta, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Wasta, SD

Average visibility in March - Wasta, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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