March weather forecast
Trail City, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Trail City, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in February to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). In Trail City, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during March.

Humidity

In Trail City, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Trail City, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Trail City, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Trail City, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Trail City, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) 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 6:19 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:10 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

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Trail City in March?

In Trail City, in March, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Trail City?

The average relative humidity in March in Trail City is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Trail City?

In Trail City, South Dakota, in March, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Trail City?

In Trail City, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Trail City?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Trail City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Trail City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:10 pm MDT.

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

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 Trail City have in March?

In Trail City, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Trail City?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Trail City, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Trail City, SD

Average temperature in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Trail City, SD

Average pressure in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Trail City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Trail City, SD

Average humidity in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Trail City, SD

Average rainfall in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Trail City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Trail City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Trail City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Trail City, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Trail City, 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: 6h and 0min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Trail City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Trail City, SD

Average UV index in March - Trail City, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Trail City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Trail City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Trail City, SD

Average visibility in March - Trail City, 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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