March weather forecast
Richmond Heights, SD

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, Richmond Heights reports a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Heights, during March, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Richmond Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
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 March, 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Richmond Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Richmond Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Richmond Heights, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Richmond Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Richmond Heights, SD

Average temperature in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average pressure in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average wind speed in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average humidity in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average rainfall in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average snowfall in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

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

Average sunshine days in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average UV index in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Richmond 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average visibility in March - Richmond 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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