March weather forecast
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

March signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March nights, Pleasant Vally Development registers an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Vally Development, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Vally Development, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Pleasant Vally Development is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Pleasant Vally Development, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Pleasant Vally Development, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pleasant Vally Development in March?

The high-temperature during March is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

In March, the average relative humidity in Pleasant Vally Development is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

In Pleasant Vally Development, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

In Pleasant Vally Development, in March, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

In March, the average day length in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Pleasant Vally Development, 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 Pleasant Vally Development have in March?

In Pleasant Vally Development, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pleasant Vally Development?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Pleasant Vally Development is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average temperature in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average pressure in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average wind speed in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average humidity in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average rainfall in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average snowfall in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pleasant Vally Development, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average UV index in March - Pleasant Vally Development, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average visibility in March - Pleasant Vally Development, 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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