March weather forecast
Volga, SD

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Weather in March

The advent of March portends the arrival of spring in Volga, South Dakota. It ushers in warmer temperatures and a drop in snowfall as the area begins to thaw out from the winter chill. The regular rainfall in March significantly contributes to the 1.34" (34mm) of rainfall recorded in the month. More hours of daylight nourish flowers beginning to bloom. The melting snow and burgeoning sunshine are clear indicators of the season change.

Temperature

As Volga welcomes March, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from February's subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C) to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) marks the nights in March.

Humidity

In Volga, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Volga, South Dakota, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Volga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Volga, in March, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Volga, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Volga is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Volga, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:16 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 5.8h.

UV index

In Volga, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Volga in March?

In March, in Volga, the average high-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Volga?

In Volga, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Volga in March?

In Volga, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Volga?

In Volga, in March, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Volga is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Volga?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Volga, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Volga, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Volga?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Volga, South Dakota, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Volga?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Volga is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Volga, SD

Average temperature in March - Volga, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in March
Volga, SD

Average pressure in March - Volga, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).

Average wind speed in March
Volga, SD

Average wind speed in March - Volga, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Volga, SD

Average humidity in March - Volga, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Volga, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Volga, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Volga, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Volga, SD

Average snowfall in March - Volga, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Volga, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Volga, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Volga, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Volga, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Volga, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Volga, SD

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

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).

Average cloud cover in March
Volga, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Volga, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Volga, SD

Average visibility in March - Volga, 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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