March weather forecast
Florence, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Florence, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

March signals a considerable rise in Florence's average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in February to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Florence dips to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Florence is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, in Florence, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Florence, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Florence, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.3 days and aggregates up to 17.56" (446mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Florence is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Florence, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:56 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

In Florence, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Florence?

During March, Florence experiences an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Florence?

The average relative humidity in March in Florence, South Dakota, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Florence?

In Florence, during March, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Florence?

In Florence, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Florence?

On the first day of March in Florence, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Florence, 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 Florence have in March?

In Florence, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Florence?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Florence, SD

Average temperature in March - Florence, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Florence, SD

Average pressure in March - Florence, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"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
Florence, SD

Average wind speed in March - Florence, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Florence, SD

Average humidity in March - Florence, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Florence, SD

Average rainfall in March - Florence, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Florence, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Florence, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Florence, SD

Average snowfall in March - Florence, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Florence, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Florence, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Florence, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Florence, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Florence, SD

Average UV index in March - Florence, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Florence, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Florence, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Florence, SD

Average visibility in March - Florence, 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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