March weather forecast
Chamberlain, SD

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Weather in March

March signals the transition from winter to spring with snowfall reducing significantly, paving the way for more rainfall. The weather conditions in Chamberlain, South Dakota begin to soften as the winter chill lessens. The daylight hours increase to a monthly average of 12 hours, heralding the arrival of spring. As the month progresses, the cold gives way to milder temperatures. The changing weather patterns in March make it the first month since November without any fresh snow.

Temperature

As Chamberlain welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in March average to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in Chamberlain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chamberlain, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Chamberlain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Chamberlain, South Dakota, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. In Chamberlain, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Chamberlain is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Chamberlain, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:03 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 Chamberlain, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Chamberlain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Chamberlain?

Chamberlain in March has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chamberlain?

In March, the average relative humidity in Chamberlain, South Dakota, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Chamberlain in March?

In Chamberlain, South Dakota, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chamberlain in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chamberlain have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chamberlain?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chamberlain, South Dakota, 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 Chamberlain?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Chamberlain, South Dakota, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chamberlain?

In Chamberlain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat 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
Chamberlain, SD

Average temperature in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average pressure in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average wind speed in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average humidity in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average rainfall in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average snowfall in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chamberlain, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Chamberlain, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Chamberlain, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Chamberlain, SD

Average visibility in March - Chamberlain, 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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