March weather forecast
Keystone, SD

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Weather in March

March in Keystone signals the advent of Spring, which begins to modify the weather conditions seen in the previous two months. The most notable difference in March is a leap in temperature, with highs reaching up to 43.9°F (6.6°C), establishing it as a transitional month. As the snow starts to diminish, rainfall becomes more frequent, making the city's weather more dynamic. The month is characterized by more daylight hours that favor outdoor activities. With the arrival of April, the weather becomes even milder, paving the way towards the warm season.

Temperature

In Keystone, the average high-temperature in March rises, from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February, to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is observed during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Keystone, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.97" (177mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.1 snowfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Keystone, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Keystone, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

The high-temperature, in March, in Keystone, records 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Keystone, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Keystone, in March, during 11.3 snowfall days, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Keystone have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Keystone?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

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 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
Keystone, SD

Average temperature in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Keystone, SD

Average pressure in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Keystone, SD

Average wind speed in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Keystone, SD

Average humidity in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Keystone, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Keystone, SD

Average UV index in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Keystone, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Keystone, SD

Average visibility in March - Keystone, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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