March weather forecast
Firesteel, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Firesteel, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.5°F (4.7°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Firesteel's transition into March marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Firesteel, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Firesteel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Firesteel, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Firesteel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:12 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

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

How many days does it snow in March in Firesteel?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:12 pm MDT.

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

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 Firesteel have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Firesteel, SD

Average temperature in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average pressure in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average wind speed in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average humidity in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Firesteel, 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: 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
Firesteel, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average UV index in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Firesteel, 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
Firesteel, SD

Average visibility in March - Firesteel, 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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