March weather forecast
Smithwick, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Smithwick, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.5°F (8.6°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout the nights in March, Smithwick experiences an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Smithwick is 65%.

Rainfall

In Smithwick, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Smithwick, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.8 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smithwick are January through May, September through December. In Smithwick, during March, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Smithwick, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Smithwick, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

In Smithwick, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Smithwick?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Smithwick?

In March, the average relative humidity in Smithwick, South Dakota, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Smithwick in March?

In Smithwick, in March, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Smithwick?

In Smithwick, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Smithwick have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Smithwick?

On the first day of March in Smithwick, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Smithwick, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Smithwick?

In Smithwick, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Smithwick?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Smithwick is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Smithwick, SD

Average temperature in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Smithwick, SD

Average pressure in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"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
Smithwick, SD

Average wind speed in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Smithwick, SD

Average humidity in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Smithwick, SD

Average rainfall in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Smithwick, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Smithwick, SD

Average snowfall in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Smithwick, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 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
Smithwick, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Smithwick, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Smithwick, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Smithwick, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Smithwick, SD

Average UV index in March - Smithwick, 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
Smithwick, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Smithwick, SD

Average visibility in March - Smithwick, 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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