March weather forecast
South Yankton, NE

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in South Yankton, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is noticeable in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In South Yankton, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Yankton, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Yankton, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Yankton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 14.45" (367mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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

In South Yankton, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°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 South Yankton, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In South Yankton, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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.

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 intensity in March?

In South Yankton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
South Yankton, NE

Average temperature in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average pressure in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average wind speed in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average humidity in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average rainfall in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average rainfall days in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average snowfall in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average snowfall days in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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 2min

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
South Yankton, NE

Average sunshine days in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average UV index in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average cloud cover in March - South Yankton, NE
  • 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
South Yankton, NE

Average visibility in March - South Yankton, 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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