March weather forecast
Sherman, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sherman, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

March signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, soaring from February's subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Sherman's temperature drops to an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sherman, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sherman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sherman, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Sherman, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.6 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sherman, South Dakota, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Sherman is 6h.

UV index

In Sherman, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sherman, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sherman, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sherman, during March, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sherman have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:52 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 many hours of sunshine does Sherman have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Sherman is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sherman, SD

Average temperature in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Sherman, SD

Average pressure in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sherman, SD

Average wind speed in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sherman, SD

Average humidity in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Sherman, SD

Average rainfall in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Sherman, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sherman, SD

Average snowfall in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sherman, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sherman, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sherman, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Sherman, SD

Average UV index in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sherman, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Sherman, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Sherman, SD

Average visibility in March - Sherman, 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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