March weather forecast
Yale, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Yale, is an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

In Yale, the onset of March is marked by an increased average high-temperature, escalating from February's freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Yale, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Yale, in March, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yale, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:58 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Yale, 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 March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Yale in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Yale in March?

In Yale, during March, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Yale, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Yale have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Yale, SD

Average temperature in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average pressure in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average wind speed in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average humidity in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average rainfall in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average snowfall in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average UV index in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Yale, 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
Yale, SD

Average visibility in March - Yale, 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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