March weather forecast
Elm Springs, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Elm Springs, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Elm Springs's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Elm Springs observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Elm Springs, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Elm Springs, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Elm Springs, during March, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Elm Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elm Springs, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Elm Springs is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Elm Springs is 69%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elm Springs, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Elm Springs, during March, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elm Springs have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Elm Springs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Elm Springs, SD

Average temperature in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average pressure in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average wind speed in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average humidity in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elm Springs, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average UV index in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Elm Springs, SD

Average visibility in March - Elm Springs, 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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