March weather forecast
Glencross, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Glencross, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Glencross's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Glencross, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:11 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Glencross, 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 ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following 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. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, in Glencross, 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 many days does it rain in March?

In Glencross, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Glencross, 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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Glencross?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm MDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Glencross, SD

Average temperature in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average pressure in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average wind speed in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average humidity in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average rainfall in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average snowfall in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average UV index in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Glencross, 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
Glencross, SD

Average visibility in March - Glencross, 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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