March weather forecast
Holmquist, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Holmquist, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

March marks a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, ascending from February's freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). In March, Holmquist encounters an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Holmquist, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Holmquist, South Dakota, in March, during 10.4 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:57 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 5.2h.

UV index

In Holmquist, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Holmquist, records 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Holmquist, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Holmquist, in March, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holmquist have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Holmquist, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Holmquist, SD

Average temperature in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in March
Holmquist, SD

Average pressure in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Holmquist, SD

Average wind speed in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Holmquist, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Holmquist, SD

Average rainfall in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Holmquist, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Holmquist, 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: 5h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Holmquist, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Holmquist, SD

Average UV index in March - Holmquist, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Holmquist, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Holmquist, SD

Average visibility in March - Holmquist, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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