March weather forecast
Ipswich, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Ipswich, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March, Ipswich witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ipswich, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ipswich, during March, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ipswich, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:03 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ipswich, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ipswich?

In Ipswich, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ipswich, in March, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ipswich, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ipswich, SD

Average temperature in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ipswich, SD

Average pressure in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Ipswich, SD

Average wind speed in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ipswich, SD

Average humidity in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Ipswich, SD

Average rainfall in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Ipswich, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ipswich, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ipswich, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ipswich, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ipswich, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ipswich, SD

Average UV index in March - Ipswich, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ipswich, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Ipswich, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Ipswich, SD

Average visibility in March - Ipswich, 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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