March weather forecast
Doland, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Doland, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Doland experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Doland, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Doland, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Doland, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Doland, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 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

In Doland, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Doland, in March, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Doland, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Doland have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:59 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Doland, SD

Average temperature in March - Doland, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Doland, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Doland, SD

Average wind speed in March - Doland, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Doland, SD

Average humidity in March - Doland, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Doland, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Doland, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Doland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Doland, SD

Average snowfall in March - Doland, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Doland, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Doland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Doland, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Doland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Doland, SD

Average UV index in March - Doland, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Doland, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Doland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Doland, SD

Average visibility in March - Doland, 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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