March weather forecast
Custer, SD

Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota
Large, scenic rocks and trees around this tiny Sylvan Lake located in the tranquil Custer State Park in Custer City, South Dakota

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Custer, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Custer, South Dakota, the average high-temperature in March rises from a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In March, in Custer, the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Custer is 70%.

Rainfall

In Custer, South Dakota, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Custer, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Custer are January through May, September through December. In Custer, South Dakota, in March, during 11.3 snowfall days, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Custer, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.1 days and aggregates up to 40.24" (1022mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Custer is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Custer, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Custer is 7.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Custer. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in March transform into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Custer?

In Custer, South Dakota, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Custer?

In Custer, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Custer?

In Custer, South Dakota, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Custer in March?

In Custer, South Dakota, during March, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Custer?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Custer, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Custer?

The average sunshine duration in March in Custer is 7.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Custer?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Custer, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Custer?

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

Average temperature in March - Custer, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°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 (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Custer, SD

Average pressure in March - Custer, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Custer, SD

Average wind speed in March - Custer, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Custer, SD

Average humidity in March - Custer, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in March
Custer, SD

Average rainfall in March - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Custer, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Custer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Custer, SD

Average snowfall in March - Custer, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Custer, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Custer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 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 and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Custer, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 59min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Custer, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Custer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Custer, SD

Average UV index in March - Custer, 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
Custer, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Custer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Custer, SD

Average visibility in March - Custer, 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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