March weather forecast
Reliance, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Reliance, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

Reliance sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during March, surging from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Reliance's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Reliance is 74%.

Rainfall

In Reliance, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Reliance are January through April, October through December. In Reliance, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Reliance, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Reliance, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:04 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 Reliance, South Dakota, is 6.8h.

UV index

In Reliance, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Reliance in March?

Reliance in March has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Reliance?

In March, the average relative humidity in Reliance is 74%.

How much does it rain in Reliance in March?

In Reliance, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Reliance in March?

In Reliance, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Reliance?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Reliance?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Reliance, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

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

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 Reliance?

The average sunshine duration in March in Reliance, South Dakota, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Reliance?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Reliance, SD

Average temperature in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Reliance, SD

Average pressure in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Reliance, SD

Average wind speed in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Reliance, SD

Average humidity in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Reliance, SD

Average rainfall in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Reliance, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Reliance, SD

Average snowfall in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Reliance, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Reliance, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Reliance, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Reliance, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Reliance, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Reliance, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Reliance, SD

Average visibility in March - Reliance, 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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