March weather forecast
Richfield Heights, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Richfield Heights, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Richfield Heights's transition into March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Throughout March nights, Richfield Heights experiences a consistent temperature average of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, 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. In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richfield Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In Richfield Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Richfield Heights, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

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

How much does it snow in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richfield Heights have in March?

In Richfield Heights, 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 7:10 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 Richfield Heights?

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 many hours of sunshine does Richfield Heights have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Richfield Heights, SD

Average temperature in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average pressure in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average wind speed in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average humidity in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average rainfall in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average snowfall in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average UV index in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Richfield Heights, 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average visibility in March - Richfield Heights, 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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