March weather forecast
Armour, SD

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Weather in March

The weather in March spots the first spark of transition in Armour, moving towards the refreshing breath of spring. Noteworthy is an increase in the average high temperature to 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a substantial reduction in snowfall. Cloud cover begins to dissipate, and the number of sunshine hours increases, bringing a softer, more temperate feel to the days. The landscape begins its transformation, shedding its winter mantle and displaying the first signs of spring vibrancy.

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is noticeable in March in Armour, with an increase from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Armour observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

In Armour, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Armour, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Armour, South Dakota. The months with the most snowfall in Armour, South Dakota, are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Armour is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:59 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 is 6.5h.

UV index

In Armour, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Armour?

The high-temperature, in March, in Armour, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Armour?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Armour?

In Armour, South Dakota, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Armour?

The months with the most snowfall in Armour are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Armour?

In March, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Armour have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Armour?

On the first day of March in Armour, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Armour, 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 in Armour?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Armour is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Armour?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Armour, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Armour, SD

Average temperature in March - Armour, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°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 (13.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Armour, SD

Average pressure in March - Armour, SD
  • 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
Armour, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Armour, SD

Average humidity in March - Armour, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Armour, SD

Average rainfall in March - Armour, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Armour, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Armour, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Armour, SD

Average snowfall in March - Armour, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Armour, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Armour, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 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
Armour, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Armour, 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: 6h and 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Armour, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Armour, 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 (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Armour, SD

Average UV index in March - Armour, 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
Armour, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Armour, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Armour, SD

Average visibility in March - Armour, 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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