March weather forecast
Scotland, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Scotland, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Scotland sees a considerable increase in average high-temperatures during March, surging from a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in February to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Scotland's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Scotland, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scotland, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Scotland, South Dakota, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scotland, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scotland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Scotland, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Scotland, South Dakota, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Scotland?

The high-temperature in Scotland during March is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scotland?

The average relative humidity in March in Scotland, South Dakota, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scotland?

In Scotland, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Scotland?

In Scotland, South Dakota, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Scotland, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Scotland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Scotland, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Scotland is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Scotland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Scotland is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Scotland, SD

Average temperature in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Scotland, SD

Average pressure in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Scotland, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Scotland, SD

Average humidity in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in March
Scotland, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Scotland, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 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
Scotland, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Scotland, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Scotland, SD

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Scotland, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Scotland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in March
Scotland, SD

Average visibility in March - Scotland, 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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