March weather forecast
Eureka, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Eureka, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). In the month of March, an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Eureka, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Eureka, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Eureka, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:06 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 Eureka, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Eureka is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Eureka in March?

In Eureka, 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Eureka?

In March, the average relative humidity in Eureka, South Dakota, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Eureka?

In Eureka, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Eureka in March?

In Eureka, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Eureka?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

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

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 Eureka have in March?

In Eureka, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Eureka?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk 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
Eureka, SD

Average temperature in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Eureka, SD

Average pressure in March - Eureka, 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
Eureka, SD

Average wind speed in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Eureka, SD

Average humidity in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Eureka, SD

Average rainfall in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Eureka, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Eureka, SD

Average snowfall in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Eureka, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 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
Eureka, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Eureka, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Eureka, SD

Average UV index in March - Eureka, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Eureka, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Eureka, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Eureka, SD

Average visibility in March - Eureka, 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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