Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in February to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Pierpont's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Pierpont, South Dakota, is 82%.Rainfall
In Pierpont, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Pierpont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pierpont are January through May, October through December. In March, in Pierpont, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Pierpont is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:58 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
The average sunshine in March in Pierpont is 5.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pierpont is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Pierpont during March?
What is the average humidity in March in Pierpont?
How many days does it rain in March in Pierpont?
How much does it snow in Pierpont in March?
What is the average length of the day in March in Pierpont?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Pierpont?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Pierpont?
How many hours of sunshine does Pierpont have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Pierpont?
Average temperature in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).
Average pressure in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Pierpont, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Pierpont, SD
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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