March weather forecast
McIntosh, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in McIntosh, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.4°F (5.2°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

McIntosh's March weather is characterized by a distinct upsurge in high-temperatures, soaring from February's freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). In the month of March, the temperature in McIntosh generally rests at an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In McIntosh, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In McIntosh, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McIntosh are January through May, October through December. In March, in McIntosh, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) 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 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 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 McIntosh, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in McIntosh?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does McIntosh have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:13 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McIntosh, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In McIntosh, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McIntosh, SD

Average temperature in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
McIntosh, SD

Average pressure in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
McIntosh, SD

Average wind speed in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
McIntosh, SD

Average humidity in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in March
McIntosh, SD

Average rainfall in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
McIntosh, SD

Average rainfall days in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
McIntosh, SD

Average snowfall in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
McIntosh, SD

Average snowfall days in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 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, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McIntosh, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
McIntosh, SD

Average sunshine days in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
McIntosh, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
McIntosh, SD

Average cloud cover in March - McIntosh, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
McIntosh, SD

Average visibility in March - McIntosh, 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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