March weather forecast
Virgil, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Virgil, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Virgil's transition into March is marked by a clear temperature shift, advancing from a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in February to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature in Virgil, South Dakota, dips to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Virgil, in March, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Virgil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Virgil, South Dakota, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Virgil, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Virgil, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:00 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Virgil, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Virgil in March?

In Virgil, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Virgil?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Virgil in March?

In Virgil, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Virgil?

In Virgil, South Dakota, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Virgil have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Virgil?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

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 Virgil?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Virgil?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Virgil, SD

Average temperature in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Virgil, SD

Average pressure in March - Virgil, 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
Virgil, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Virgil, SD

Average humidity in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Virgil, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Virgil, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Virgil, SD

Average UV index in March - Virgil, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Virgil, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Virgil, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Virgil, SD

Average visibility in March - Virgil, 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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