March weather forecast
Ferney, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Ferney, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant increase, moving up from a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, in Ferney, South Dakota, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ferney, South Dakota, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ferney, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ferney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ferney, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Ferney, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ferney, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 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 Ferney, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ferney during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ferney?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ferney is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ferney in March?

In Ferney, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ferney in March?

In Ferney, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ferney have in March?

In Ferney, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ferney?

On the first day of March in Ferney, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ferney, South Dakota, 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 in Ferney?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ferney, South Dakota, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ferney?

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

Average temperature in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ferney, SD

Average pressure in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ferney, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ferney, SD

Average humidity in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

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

Average rainfall in March
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ferney, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ferney, SD

Average UV index in March - Ferney, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ferney, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ferney, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Ferney, SD

Average visibility in March - Ferney, 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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