March weather forecast
Antelope, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Antelope, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). March nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Antelope, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

Rainfall

In Antelope, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Antelope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Antelope. In Antelope, in March, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Antelope, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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 is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Antelope in March?

The high-temperature during March is 47.8°F (8.8°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Antelope?

The average relative humidity in March is 67%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Antelope, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Antelope, during March, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) 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?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:08 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 many hours of sunshine does Antelope have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Antelope, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Antelope, SD

Average temperature in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Antelope, SD

Average pressure in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Antelope, SD

Average wind speed in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Antelope, SD

Average humidity in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Antelope, SD

Average rainfall in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Antelope, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Antelope, SD

Average snowfall in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Antelope, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.9 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 and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Antelope, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Antelope, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Antelope, SD

Average UV index in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Antelope, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Antelope, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Antelope, SD

Average visibility in March - Antelope, 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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