March weather forecast
Britton, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Britton, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 23°F (-5°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Britton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Britton, South Dakota, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Britton, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Britton, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Britton, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Britton, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Britton, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Britton, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Britton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March
Britton, SD

Average temperature in March - Britton, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Britton, SD

Average pressure in March - Britton, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Britton, SD

Average wind speed in March - Britton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Britton, SD

Average humidity in March - Britton, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Britton, SD

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

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

Average rainfall days in March
Britton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Britton, SD

Average snowfall in March - Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Britton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Britton, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Britton, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Britton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Britton, SD

Average UV index in March - Britton, 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
Britton, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Britton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Britton, SD

Average visibility in March - Britton, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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