March weather forecast
Hammer, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hammer, is a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

March is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). Hammer experiences an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Hammer, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hammer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Hammer, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:55 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature during March is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Hammer, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hammer, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Hammer, during March, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Hammer have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Hammer, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Hammer, SD

Average temperature in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Hammer, SD

Average pressure in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hammer, SD

Average wind speed in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Hammer, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Hammer, SD

Average rainfall in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Hammer, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hammer, SD

Average snowfall in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hammer, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hammer, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Hammer, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hammer, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Hammer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Hammer, SD

Average visibility in March - Hammer, 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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