March weather forecast
Whitehorse, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Whitehorse, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Whitehorse experiences a clear temperature upsurge in March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) on average during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Whitehorse is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whitehorse, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Whitehorse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehorse, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Whitehorse, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Whitehorse, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Whitehorse, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Whitehorse, South Dakota, 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 the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Whitehorse in March?

In Whitehorse, in March, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Whitehorse?

The average relative humidity in March in Whitehorse, South Dakota, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Whitehorse?

In March, in Whitehorse, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whitehorse in March?

In Whitehorse, South Dakota, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whitehorse have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Whitehorse?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:10 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Whitehorse have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Whitehorse is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Whitehorse?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Whitehorse is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average temperature in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average pressure in March - Whitehorse, 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average wind speed in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average humidity in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average rainfall in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average snowfall in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Whitehorse, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Whitehorse, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Whitehorse, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average UV index in March - Whitehorse, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Whitehorse, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Whitehorse, SD

Average visibility in March - Whitehorse, 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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