March weather forecast
Marvin, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Marvin, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases considerably from a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) in February to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Marvin records a mean low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marvin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Marvin, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Marvin, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.8 days and aggregates up to 20.39" (518mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Marvin, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Marvin, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Marvin, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Marvin, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Marvin, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Marvin have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Marvin have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Marvin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Marvin, SD

Average temperature in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°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 (6.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Marvin, SD

Average pressure in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Marvin, SD

Average wind speed in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Marvin, SD

Average humidity in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Marvin, SD

Average rainfall in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Marvin, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marvin, SD

Average snowfall in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marvin, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marvin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marvin, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Marvin, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Marvin, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Marvin, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Marvin, SD

Average visibility in March - Marvin, 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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