March weather forecast
West Britton, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Britton, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

March brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from February's subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Britton, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Britton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Britton, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Britton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:59 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 West Britton, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In West Britton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 37°F (2.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in West Britton?

In March, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Britton have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Britton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:59 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 is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in March
West Britton, SD

Average pressure in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Britton, SD

Average wind speed in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
West Britton, SD

Average humidity in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall days in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall days in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Britton, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Britton, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Britton, SD

Average sunshine days in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
West Britton, SD

Average UV index in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
West Britton, SD

Average cloud cover in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
West Britton, SD

Average visibility in March - West Britton, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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