March weather forecast
Artas, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Artas, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

As Artas welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). During March, Artas observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Artas, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Artas, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Artas, South Dakota. In Artas, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Artas, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:06 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 6h.

UV index

In Artas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Artas?

During March, Artas experiences an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Artas?

The average relative humidity in March in Artas, South Dakota, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Artas?

In Artas, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Artas?

In Artas, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Artas have in March?

In Artas, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Artas?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Artas, South Dakota, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Artas?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Artas, SD

Average temperature in March - Artas, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°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 (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Artas, SD

Average pressure in March - Artas, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Artas, SD

Average wind speed in March - Artas, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Artas, SD

Average humidity in March - Artas, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Artas, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Artas, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Artas, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Artas, SD

Average snowfall in March - Artas, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Artas, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Artas, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Artas, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Artas, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Artas, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Artas, SD

Average UV index in March - Artas, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Artas, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Artas, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Artas, SD

Average visibility in March - Artas, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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