March weather forecast
Central City, SD

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Weather in March

The weather begins to transition in March as Central City sees the early signs of spring. By comparison with February, March demonstrates a rise in temperature leading to a decrease in snowfall. However, the city still retains its winter characteristics, and snowfall does occur, with a reported average of 5" (127mm). As the month progresses, the days gradually grow longer, but night frosts remain a feature of the weather. The arrival of spring is usually greeted with welcome relief following the harsh winter.

Temperature

March's arrival in Central City is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in February to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Central City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Central City, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Central City, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Central City, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Central City are January through June, September through December. In Central City, during March, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.6 snowfall days, and 34.53" (877mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Central City. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Central City?

During March, Central City experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Central City?

The average relative humidity in March in Central City is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Central City?

In Central City, South Dakota, during March, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Central City in March?

In March, in Central City, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Central City?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Central City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:43 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Central City, South Dakota, 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 Central City?

In Central City, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Central City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Central City?

In Central City, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Central City, SD

Average temperature in March - Central City, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Central City, SD

Average pressure in March - Central City, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Central City, SD

Average wind speed in March - Central City, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Central City, SD

Average humidity in March - Central City, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
Central City, SD

Average rainfall in March - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Central City, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Central City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Central City, SD

Average snowfall in March - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Central City, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Central City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Central City, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Central City, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Central City, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Central City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Central City, SD

Average UV index in March - Central City, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Central City, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Central City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Central City, SD

Average visibility in March - Central City, 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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