March weather forecast
Corsica, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Corsica, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Corsica experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). In the month of March, the average low-temperature in Corsica usually rests at a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Corsica is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Corsica, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Corsica, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Corsica, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Corsica, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:59 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

The average sunshine in March in Corsica is 6.5h.

UV index

In Corsica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. 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
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Corsica?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Corsica?

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

How much does it rain in Corsica in March?

In March, in Corsica, South Dakota, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Corsica in March?

In March, in Corsica, South Dakota, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Corsica?

On the first day of March in Corsica, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

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

In Corsica, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Corsica?

In Corsica, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Corsica, SD

Average temperature in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Corsica, SD

Average pressure in March - Corsica, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Corsica, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Corsica, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Corsica, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Corsica, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Corsica, SD

Average snowfall in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Corsica, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Corsica, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Corsica, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Corsica, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Corsica, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Corsica, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Corsica, SD

Average visibility in March - Corsica, 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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