March weather forecast
Martin, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Martin, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In Martin, the onset of March comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 34°F (1.1°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Martin sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Martin, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Martin, there are 108 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) 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 6:21 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Martin experiences an average high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Martin, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Martin?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Martin, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Martin?

In Martin, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Martin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Martin, SD

Average temperature in March - Martin, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Martin, SD

Average pressure in March - Martin, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"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
Martin, SD

Average wind speed in March - Martin, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Martin, SD

Average humidity in March - Martin, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Martin, SD

Average rainfall in March - Martin, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Martin, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Martin, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Martin, SD

Average snowfall in March - Martin, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Martin, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Martin, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Martin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Martin, SD

Average UV index in March - Martin, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Martin, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Martin, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Martin, SD

Average visibility in March - Martin, 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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