March weather forecast
Garretson, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Garretson, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Garretson's transition into March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Garretson experiences an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Garretson, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Garretson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Garretson. In March, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Garretson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Garretson, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 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 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Garretson during March?

March temperatures in Garretson, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Garretson?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Garretson?

In Garretson, in March, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Garretson in March?

In March, in Garretson, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Garretson?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Garretson, South Dakota, is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Garretson?

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

Average temperature in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Garretson, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Garretson, SD

Average wind speed in March - Garretson, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Garretson, SD

Average humidity in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Garretson, SD

Average rainfall in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Garretson, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Garretson, SD

Average snowfall in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Garretson, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Garretson, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Garretson, SD

Average UV index in March - Garretson, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Garretson, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Garretson, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Garretson, SD

Average visibility in March - Garretson, 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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