March weather forecast
Canistota, SD

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

As March arrives, Canistota's weather displays a notable increase in high-temperatures, climbing from February's subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Canistota, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canistota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Canistota, South Dakota. In Canistota, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Canistota?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Canistota?

In March, the average relative humidity in Canistota, South Dakota, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Canistota in March?

In Canistota, in March, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Canistota in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Canistota have in March?

In March, the average day length in Canistota, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Canistota?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Canistota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Canistota?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Canistota, South Dakota, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Canistota?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health 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
Canistota, SD

Average temperature in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average pressure in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average wind speed in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average humidity in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average rainfall in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average snowfall in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average UV index in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Canistota, 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
Canistota, SD

Average visibility in March - Canistota, 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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