March weather forecast
Huron, SD

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An old water tower stands high with a bold sign of the town name in the small farming town of Bryant near Huron, South Dakota.
An old water tower stands high with a bold sign of the town name in the small farming town of Bryant near Huron, South Dakota.

Weather in March

Come March, Huron marvels as winter recedes and spring starts to dominate the weather. With the average high temperature lifting to 42.3°F (5.7°C), the month marks the transition towards milder temperatures. Blossoms start to replace barren branches of the trees, adding dashes of color against the graying snow. Despite remaining on the cooler side, the steady, incremental warming cues in the spring morale. An increase in rainfall also indicates the nurturing of new life that spring brings to Huron.

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of March, advancing from a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). March brings Huron a consistent average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Huron, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Huron, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Huron, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Huron, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

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: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Huron, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Huron, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Huron, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day 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 7:08 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Huron have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Huron, SD

Average temperature in March - Huron, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Huron, SD

Average pressure in March - Huron, 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
Huron, SD

Average wind speed in March - Huron, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Huron, SD

Average humidity in March - Huron, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Huron, SD

Average rainfall in March - Huron, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Huron, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Huron, SD

Average snowfall in March - Huron, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Huron, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Huron, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Huron, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Huron, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Huron, SD

Average UV index in March - Huron, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Huron, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Huron, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Huron, SD

Average visibility in March - Huron, 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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