March weather forecast
Clark, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Clark, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in February to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). During March, Clark experiences an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In Clark, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Clark, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clark, in March, during 10 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clark, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.3 days and aggregates up to 17.56" (446mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 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 is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In Clark, in March, the average high-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Clark, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Clark, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Clark, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Clark have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Clark, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Clark, SD

Average temperature in March - Clark, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Clark, SD

Average pressure in March - Clark, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Clark, SD

Average wind speed in March - Clark, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Clark, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Clark, SD

Average rainfall in March - Clark, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Clark, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Clark, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Clark, SD

Average snowfall in March - Clark, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Clark, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Clark, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Clark, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Clark, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Clark, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Clark, SD

Average UV index in March - Clark, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Clark, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Clark, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Clark, SD

Average visibility in March - Clark, 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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