March weather forecastYankton, SD
March
Weather in March
By March, the heavy blankets of snow begin to thaw, giving way to warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours. Plaints and trees start to bloom again, showing signs of spring's arrival. Noteworthy is the jump in temperature to a maximum of 46.9°F (8.3°C) from the February freeze. The increase in sunlight hours adds vitality to the city, making it an ideal time for sight-seeing or participating in outdoor activities. The unpredictable weather, however, might surprise residents with occasional snow flurries, so an umbrella or rainproof coat can be a good idea.Temperature
The arrival of March brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Throughout March, Yankton experiences a low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Yankton is 73%.Rainfall
In Yankton, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Yankton, during March, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Yankton, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Yankton is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Yankton is 6.4h.UV index
In Yankton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Yankton, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.2°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 (12.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Yankton, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Yankton, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Yankton, SD
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in March
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Yankton, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Yankton, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Yankton, SD
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Yankton, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Yankton, 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).
