March weather forecast
Marlow, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marlow, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from February's freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C) to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Marlow reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Marlow, during March, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marlow, during March, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

During March, Marlow experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Marlow, in March, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Marlow have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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 many hours of sunshine does Marlow have in March?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Marlow, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Marlow, SD

Average temperature in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Marlow, SD

Average pressure in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marlow, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Marlow, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Marlow, SD

Average rainfall in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Marlow, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marlow, SD

Average snowfall in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marlow, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marlow, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marlow, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Marlow, SD

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

Average cloud cover in March
Marlow, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Marlow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Marlow, SD

Average visibility in March - Marlow, 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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