March weather forecast
Houghton, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Houghton, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival is marked by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in February to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Houghton's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Houghton, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houghton are January through May, October through December. In March, in Houghton, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Houghton is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Houghton, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In Houghton, South Dakota, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Houghton?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Houghton, is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Houghton?

The average relative humidity in March in Houghton, South Dakota, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Houghton in March?

In Houghton, South Dakota, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Houghton?

In Houghton, in March, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

In Houghton, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Houghton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

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 Houghton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Houghton is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Houghton?

In Houghton, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Houghton, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°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
Houghton, SD

Average pressure in March - Houghton, 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
Houghton, SD

Average wind speed in March - Houghton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Houghton, SD

Average rainfall in March - Houghton, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Houghton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Houghton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Houghton, SD

Average snowfall in March - Houghton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Houghton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Houghton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Houghton, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Houghton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Houghton, SD

Average UV index in March - Houghton, 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
Houghton, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Houghton, SD

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

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

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