March weather forecast
Hazel, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hazel, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.1°F (3.4°C) and min 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) to an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hazel, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Hazel, 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.
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 Hazel, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

Hazel in March has an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, 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?

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 long on average sun shines in March in Hazel?

In Hazel, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hazel, SD

Average temperature in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average pressure in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average wind speed in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average humidity in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average rainfall in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average snowfall in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hazel, 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: 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
Hazel, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average UV index in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average visibility in March - Hazel, 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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