March weather forecast
Fruitdale, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Fruitdale, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Fruitdale, South Dakota, in March sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Fruitdale, during March, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fruitdale, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fruitdale, in March, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Fruitdale, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 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

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fruitdale is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed 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 does it get in Fruitdale in March?

In Fruitdale, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fruitdale?

On the first day of March in Fruitdale, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Fruitdale?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fruitdale?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average temperature in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average pressure in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average wind speed in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average humidity in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average UV index in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Fruitdale, SD

Average visibility in March - Fruitdale, 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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