Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Astoria's weather in March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). Astoria's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Astoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Astoria, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Astoria, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Astoria, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 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 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in March
Astoria, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 39°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Astoria, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Astoria, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in March
Astoria, SD
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Astoria, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in March
Astoria, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Astoria, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Astoria, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Astoria, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Astoria, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Astoria, SD
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Astoria, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Astoria, 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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