March weather forecast
Ardmore, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Ardmore, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is recorded in Ardmore.

Humidity

In Ardmore, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

Rainfall

In Ardmore, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ardmore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.9 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Ardmore. The month with the most snowfall in Ardmore is March, when snow falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ardmore, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Ardmore, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ardmore?

In Ardmore, 47.5°F (8.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.2°F (-1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Ardmore?

In Ardmore, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ardmore?

In Ardmore, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Ardmore?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Ardmore. Snow falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ardmore in March?

In Ardmore, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ardmore?

In March, the average day length in Ardmore, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ardmore?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:44 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ardmore have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Ardmore, South Dakota, is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ardmore?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ardmore, SD

Average temperature in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ardmore, SD

Average pressure in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ardmore, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ardmore, SD

Average humidity in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in March
Ardmore, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Ardmore, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ardmore, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ardmore, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ardmore, 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: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ardmore, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ardmore, SD

Average UV index in March - Ardmore, 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
Ardmore, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ardmore, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Ardmore, SD

Average visibility in March - Ardmore, 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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