March weather forecast
South Sioux City, NE

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Weather in March

March recounts the rhetoric of changing seasons in South Sioux City, hinting at the arrival of spring. The temperature increases to 46.8°F (8.2°C) during the day, and around night dips to 30.9°F (-0.6°C), a noticeable increase compared to February's cold days. Concurrently, the rainfall takes a sharp turn, arriving with an average of 0.87" (22mm), typical of spring months. The increased daylight hours embolden the daytime scenery, while shedding the wintery look. With the last traces of snow melts, March prepares the stage for April's spring showcase.

Temperature

Witnessing a clear upsurge, the average high-temperature during March escalates from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout the month of March, South Sioux City witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In South Sioux City, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Sioux City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.3 days and collects up to 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Sioux City, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:50 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 South Sioux City, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Sioux City in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In South Sioux City, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Sioux City have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Sioux City, NE

Average temperature in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
South Sioux City, NE

Average snowfall in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Sioux City, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Sioux City, NE

Average sunshine days in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
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Average cloud cover in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - South Sioux City, NE
  • 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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