March weather forecast
North Sioux City, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in North Sioux City, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) in February to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). During March, the temperature in North Sioux City tends to dip to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In North Sioux City, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In North Sioux City, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Sioux City, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in North Sioux City. In North Sioux City, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Sioux City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 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 in North Sioux City is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in North Sioux City is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in North Sioux City in March?

In North Sioux City, in March, the average high-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in North Sioux City?

In March, the average relative humidity in North Sioux City, South Dakota, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in North Sioux City?

In North Sioux City, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in North Sioux City?

In North Sioux City, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Sioux City have in March?

The average day length in March in North Sioux City is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in North Sioux City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in North Sioux City, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in North Sioux City?

In North Sioux City, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in North Sioux City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average temperature in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°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 (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average pressure in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average wind speed in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average humidity in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average rainfall in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average snowfall in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Sioux City, 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: 6h and 3min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average UV index in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
North Sioux City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - North Sioux City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
North Sioux City, SD

Average visibility in March - North Sioux City, 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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