March weather forecast
Chancellor, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Chancellor, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March marks a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, ascending from February's subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Chancellor throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Chancellor, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chancellor, during March, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Chancellor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chancellor are January through May, October through December. In March, in Chancellor, South Dakota, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Chancellor, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chancellor is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Chancellor?

In March, in Chancellor, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Chancellor?

In March, the average relative humidity in Chancellor is 76%.

How much does it rain in Chancellor in March?

In March, in Chancellor, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Chancellor?

In March, in Chancellor, South Dakota, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Chancellor?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Chancellor?

On the first day of March in Chancellor, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chancellor, 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 Chancellor have in March?

In Chancellor, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Chancellor?

In Chancellor, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chancellor, SD

Average temperature in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Chancellor, SD

Average pressure in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chancellor, SD

Average wind speed in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Chancellor, SD

Average humidity in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Chancellor, SD

Average rainfall in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Chancellor, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chancellor, SD

Average snowfall in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chancellor, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Chancellor, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Chancellor, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chancellor, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Chancellor, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chancellor, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Chancellor, SD

Average visibility in March - Chancellor, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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