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
March is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). During March nights, Carthage records an average temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Carthage, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Carthage, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in Carthage is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Carthage?
How many days does it snow in March in Carthage?
How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carthage?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Carthage?
How many hours of sunshine does Carthage have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Carthage?
Average temperature in March
Carthage, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Carthage, 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
Carthage, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Carthage, SD
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in March
Carthage, 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
Carthage, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Carthage, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Carthage, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carthage, 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: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Carthage, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Carthage, 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Carthage, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Carthage, 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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