March weather forecast
Bowdle, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bowdle, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.9°F (4.4°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

March brings a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C). Bowdle records an average nighttime low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in March.

Humidity

In Bowdle, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bowdle, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Bowdle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bowdle, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 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

In March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In March, in Bowdle, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bowdle, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Bowdle, sunrise is at 7:15 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?

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 Bowdle have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Bowdle, SD

Average temperature in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Bowdle, SD

Average pressure in March - Bowdle, 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
Bowdle, SD

Average wind speed in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Bowdle, SD

Average humidity in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Bowdle, SD

Average rainfall in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Bowdle, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bowdle, SD

Average snowfall in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bowdle, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bowdle, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Bowdle, SD

Average UV index in March - Bowdle, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Bowdle, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Bowdle, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Bowdle, SD

Average visibility in March - Bowdle, 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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