March weather forecast
Monroe, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Monroe, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As Monroe transitions into March, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Monroe is 78%.

Rainfall

In Monroe, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monroe are January through May, October through December. In Monroe, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Monroe, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Monroe, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Monroe, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 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 Monroe have in March?

In Monroe, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°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 (9.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Monroe, SD

Average pressure in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Monroe, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Monroe, SD

Average humidity in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Monroe, SD

Average rainfall in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Monroe, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Monroe, SD

Average snowfall in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Monroe, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Monroe, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Monroe, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Monroe, SD

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

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
Monroe, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Monroe, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Monroe, SD

Average visibility in March - Monroe, 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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