March weather forecast
Oldham, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oldham, is an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in February to an icy 41°F (5°C). In March, Oldham experiences an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Oldham, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oldham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oldham, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oldham, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oldham, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Oldham, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Oldham in March?

In Oldham, 41°F (5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Oldham?

The average relative humidity in March in Oldham is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Oldham?

In Oldham, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Oldham?

In Oldham, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oldham have in March?

The average day length in March in Oldham, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Oldham?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Oldham is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oldham?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oldham, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Oldham, SD

Average temperature in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Oldham, SD

Average pressure in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Oldham, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Oldham, SD

Average humidity in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Oldham, SD

Average rainfall in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Oldham, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oldham, SD

Average snowfall in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oldham, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oldham, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Oldham, SD

Average UV index in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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
Oldham, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Oldham, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Oldham, SD

Average visibility in March - Oldham, 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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