March weather forecast
Ethan, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ethan, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Ethan records a steady low-temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ethan, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Ethan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ethan. In Ethan, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Ethan, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 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 6.3h.

UV index

In Ethan, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ethan in March?

In Ethan, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ethan, in March, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 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 Ethan have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Ethan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability 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
Ethan, SD

Average temperature in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Ethan, SD

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

Average wind speed in March
Ethan, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Ethan, SD

Average humidity in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Ethan, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ethan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ethan, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Ethan, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ethan, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ethan, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Ethan, SD

Average visibility in March - Ethan, 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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