March weather forecast
Saint Onge, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Saint Onge, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from February's subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). March nights in Saint Onge observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in Saint Onge, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Onge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.6 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Saint Onge, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. In Saint Onge, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 36.3" (922mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Saint Onge, the average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Saint Onge, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Saint Onge, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Saint Onge, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Onge have in March?

In Saint Onge, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Saint Onge?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average temperature in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average pressure in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average wind speed in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average humidity in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average rainfall in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average snowfall in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average UV index in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Saint Onge, SD

Average visibility in March - Saint Onge, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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