Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable increase in March, surging from a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). During March, Richmond observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Richmond, South Dakota, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Richmond are January through May, October through December. In Richmond, in March, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Richmond is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Richmond, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Richmond, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.8°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Richmond, SD
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Richmond, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Richmond, SD
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).
Average rainfall in March
Richmond, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Richmond, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Richmond, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Richmond, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Richmond, SD
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Richmond, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Richmond, 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, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Richmond, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in March
Richmond, 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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