March weather forecast
Bridgewater, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Bridgewater, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Bridgewater's average high-temperature witnesses a clear rise, advancing from February's subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bridgewater, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bridgewater, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Bridgewater, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Bridgewater, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Bridgewater in March?

In Bridgewater, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Bridgewater, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bridgewater have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Bridgewater have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk 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
Bridgewater, SD

Average temperature in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average pressure in March - Bridgewater, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average wind speed in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Bridgewater, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bridgewater, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average UV index in March - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bridgewater, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Bridgewater, SD

Average visibility in March - Bridgewater, 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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