March weather forecast
Okaton, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Okaton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C) in February to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Okaton's average low-temperature is measured at a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during March.

Humidity

In Okaton, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Okaton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Okaton, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:09 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 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Okaton, in March, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Okaton, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Okaton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:09 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Okaton, SD

Average pressure in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Okaton, SD

Average wind speed in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Okaton, SD

Average humidity in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Okaton, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Okaton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Okaton, SD

Average snowfall in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Okaton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Okaton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Okaton, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Okaton, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Okaton, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Okaton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
Okaton, SD

Average visibility in March - Okaton, 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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