March weather forecast
Vermillion, SD

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Weather in March

March in Vermillion, South Dakota, signals the start of unpredictable Springtime weather. The slight elevation in temperature brings a bit of a thaw, transforming fluffy snow into rain-soaked scenes. As the snowfall reduces to 2.4" (61mm), the weather oscillates uncomfortably between frosty winter remnants and the incoming temperate springtime. Windy weather persists, but less cloudy skies offer a glance at the emerging Spring sun, starting to warm the air gradually. March weather, thus, becomes notorious for its transitional state, leaving residents curious about what each day brings.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Vermillion experiences an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Vermillion, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Vermillion, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vermillion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Vermillion, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Vermillion, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. 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. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vermillion in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Vermillion is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Vermillion, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Vermillion, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Vermillion, South Dakota, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Vermillion, South Dakota, is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Vermillion is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Vermillion, SD

Average temperature in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Vermillion, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Vermillion, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Vermillion, SD

Average humidity in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Vermillion, SD

Average rainfall in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Vermillion, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vermillion, SD

Average snowfall in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Vermillion, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Vermillion, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Vermillion, SD

Average UV index in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Vermillion, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Vermillion, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Vermillion, SD

Average visibility in March - Vermillion, 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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