March weather forecast
Fairview, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Fairview, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Fairview experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Fairview is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fairview, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fairview, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fairview. In Fairview, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Fairview, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Fairview is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Fairview, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. 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. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Fairview?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fairview, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fairview?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Fairview in March?

In Fairview, in March, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairview in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fairview have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fairview?

On the first day of March in Fairview, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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 Fairview have in March?

In Fairview, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fairview?

In Fairview, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from 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
Fairview, SD

Average temperature in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°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 January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairview, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairview, SD

Average wind speed in March - Fairview, 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 (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairview, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairview, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairview, SD

Average UV index in March - Fairview, 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
Fairview, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Fairview, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Fairview, SD

Average visibility in March - Fairview, 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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