March weather forecast
Hartford, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hartford, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Hartford's transition into March is marked by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) in February to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hartford, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Hartford, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hartford, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 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 in Hartford is 6h.

UV index

In Hartford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Hartford?

In March, in Hartford, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hartford?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Hartford?

In Hartford, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hartford in March?

In Hartford, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hartford?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Hartford, 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 Hartford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hartford, South Dakota, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hartford?

In Hartford, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hartford, SD

Average temperature in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hartford, SD

Average pressure in March - Hartford, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hartford, SD

Average wind speed in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hartford, SD

Average humidity in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hartford, SD

Average rainfall in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

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

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Average rainfall days in March
Hartford, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hartford, SD

Average snowfall in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hartford, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Hartford, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hartford, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hartford, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hartford, SD

Average UV index in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Hartford, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Hartford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Hartford, SD

Average visibility in March - Hartford, 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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