March weather forecast
Mound City, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Mound City, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

As Mound City, South Dakota, welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout March, Mound City records an average temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Mound City is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mound City, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mound City, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mound City, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:07 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 Mound City, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mound City in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mound City, is 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mound City?

The average relative humidity in March in Mound City, South Dakota, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mound City in March?

In March, in Mound City, South Dakota, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mound City in March?

In Mound City, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mound City?

The average day length in March in Mound City is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mound City?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mound City, South Dakota, 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 Mound City have in March?

In Mound City, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mound City?

In Mound City, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Mound City, SD

Average temperature in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mound City, SD

Average pressure in March - Mound City, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mound City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Mound City, SD

Average humidity in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Mound City, SD

Average rainfall in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Mound City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mound City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mound City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mound City, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mound City, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mound City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Mound City, SD

Average UV index in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Mound City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Mound City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Mound City, SD

Average visibility in March - Mound City, 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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