March weather forecast
Wakonda, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Wakonda, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

A clear rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, increasing from a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). During March, Wakonda records an average temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Wakonda, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Wakonda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wakonda are January through May, October through December. In Wakonda, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:54 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 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wakonda in March?

During March, Wakonda experiences an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wakonda?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Wakonda, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Wakonda, South Dakota, in March, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Wakonda?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Wakonda, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Wakonda, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Wakonda, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wakonda, SD

Average temperature in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.2°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
Wakonda, SD

Average pressure in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"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
Wakonda, SD

Average wind speed in March - Wakonda, 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 (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Wakonda, SD

Average humidity in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wakonda, SD

Average snowfall in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wakonda, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wakonda, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wakonda, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Wakonda, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Wakonda, SD

Average UV index in March - Wakonda, 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
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Wakonda, SD

Average visibility in March - Wakonda, 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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