March weather forecast
Academy, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Academy, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, soaring from a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in February to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Academy's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Academy, South Dakota, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Academy, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Academy are January through April, October through December. In March, in Academy, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Academy, South Dakota, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Academy is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Academy, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:02 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 Academy, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Academy, South Dakota, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Academy?

Academy in March has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Academy?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Academy in March?

In Academy, South Dakota, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Academy in March?

In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Academy, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Academy?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Academy have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Academy, South Dakota, is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Academy?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Academy, SD

Average temperature in March - Academy, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Academy, SD

Average pressure in March - Academy, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Academy, SD

Average wind speed in March - Academy, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Academy, SD

Average humidity in March - Academy, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in March
Academy, SD

Average rainfall in March - Academy, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Academy, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Academy, SD

Average snowfall in March - Academy, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Academy, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Academy, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Academy, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Academy, SD

Average UV index in March - Academy, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Academy, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Academy, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Academy, SD

Average visibility in March - Academy, 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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