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
With the transition into March, Rockyford experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cold 33.8°F (1°C) in February to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 65%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockyford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Rockyford. In Rockyford, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Rockyford, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.Daylight
In Rockyford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in Rockyford, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:16 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
In Rockyford, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rockyford is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Rockyford in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Rockyford?
How many days does it rain in March in Rockyford?
How many days does it snow in March in Rockyford?
What is the average length of the day in March in Rockyford?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rockyford?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rockyford?
How long on average sun shines in March in Rockyford?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Rockyford?
Average temperature in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Rockyford, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average humidity in March: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).
Average rainfall in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average rainfall in March: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average snowfall in March: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rockyford, 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: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rockyford, SD
- Average cloud cover in March: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in March
Rockyford, 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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