March weather forecast
Colman, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Colman, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of March, advancing from a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in February to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Colman is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Colman, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Colman. In Colman, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Colman, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.1 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Colman, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 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 in Colman, South Dakota, is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Colman in March?

In March, in Colman, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Colman?

In Colman, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Colman in March?

In March, in Colman, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Colman?

In Colman, South Dakota, in March, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Colman have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Colman?

On the first day of March in Colman, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Colman is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Colman?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Colman, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Colman, SD

Average temperature in March - Colman, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Colman, SD

Average pressure in March - Colman, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Colman, SD

Average wind speed in March - Colman, 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 (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Colman, SD

Average humidity in March - Colman, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Colman, SD

Average rainfall in March - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Colman, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Colman, SD

Average snowfall in March - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Colman, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Colman, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Colman, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Colman, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Colman, SD

Average UV index in March - Colman, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Colman, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Colman, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Colman, SD

Average visibility in March - Colman, 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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