March weather forecast
Watauga, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Watauga, is an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

As Watauga transitions into March, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is observed, soaring from a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in February to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). In March, Watauga encounters an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Watauga, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Watauga, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Watauga is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Watauga, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:13 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

In Watauga, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Watauga is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Watauga?

During March, Watauga experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Watauga?

The average relative humidity in March in Watauga is 75%.

How much does it rain in Watauga in March?

In Watauga, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Watauga in March?

In Watauga, South Dakota, in March, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Watauga is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Watauga?

On the first day of March in Watauga, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:13 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Watauga?

The average sunshine duration in March in Watauga is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Watauga?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Watauga is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Watauga, SD

Average temperature in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Watauga, SD

Average pressure in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Watauga, SD

Average wind speed in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Watauga, SD

Average humidity in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Watauga, SD

Average rainfall in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Watauga, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Watauga, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Watauga, SD

Average UV index in March - Watauga, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Watauga, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Watauga, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Watauga, SD

Average visibility in March - Watauga, 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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