March weather forecast
Alexandria, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alexandria, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Alexandria's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In the month of March, Alexandria witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alexandria, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alexandria, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:57 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 March, the average sunshine in Alexandria is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alexandria is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

Alexandria in March has an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Alexandria in March?

In Alexandria, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Alexandria, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:57 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 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Alexandria, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Alexandria, SD

Average temperature in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Alexandria, SD

Average pressure in March - Alexandria, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alexandria, SD

Average wind speed in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Alexandria, SD

Average humidity in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alexandria, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alexandria, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Alexandria, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Alexandria, SD

Average UV index in March - Alexandria, 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
Alexandria, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Alexandria, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Alexandria, SD

Average visibility in March - Alexandria, 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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