March weather forecast
South Shore, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in South Shore, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

As South Shore welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). South Shore records a steady low-temperature average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in South Shore is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, in South Shore, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.2 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in South Shore. In March, in South Shore, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Shore, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.8 days and aggregates up to 20.39" (518mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Shore, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 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 is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in South Shore is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in South Shore during March?

South Shore in March has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Shore?

The average relative humidity in March in South Shore, South Dakota, is 81%.

How much does it rain in South Shore in March?

In South Shore, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in South Shore?

In March, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Shore?

The average day length in March in South Shore, South Dakota, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Shore?

On the first day of March in South Shore, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in South Shore, South Dakota, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in South Shore?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in South Shore is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
South Shore, SD

Average temperature in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Shore, SD

Average pressure in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
South Shore, SD

Average wind speed in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Shore, SD

Average humidity in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Shore, SD

Average rainfall in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Shore, SD

Average rainfall days in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Shore, SD

Average snowfall in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Shore, SD

Average snowfall days in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
South Shore, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Shore, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Shore, SD

Average sunshine days in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Shore, SD

Average UV index in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
South Shore, SD

Average cloud cover in March - South Shore, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
South Shore, SD

Average visibility in March - South Shore, 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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