March weather forecast
Akaska, SD

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Akaska, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a considerable increase, soaring from a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). Akaska experiences a consistent average temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Akaska, during March, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Akaska, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:07 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

The average sunshine in March in Akaska is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Akaska, is 40.5°F (4.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Akaska, in March, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Akaska, South Dakota, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Akaska, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Akaska, SD

Average temperature in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°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 (9°F).

Average pressure in March
Akaska, SD

Average pressure in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Akaska, SD

Average wind speed in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Akaska, SD

Average humidity in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Akaska, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Akaska, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Akaska, SD

Average UV index in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Akaska, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Akaska, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Akaska, SD

Average visibility in March - Akaska, 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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