March weather forecast
Redfield, SD

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Weather in March

Weather conditions change markedly with the advent of March. The cold of winter lessens, giving way to the beginnings of spring. Importantly, there are 7.2 days of rainfall, more than the two previous months combined. With the arrival of spring, the ambient temperature starts to climb, offering a refreshing change. Further, daylight hours increase, bringing with it a sense of rejuvenation and vitality to life in Redfield.

Temperature

The start of March signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in March.

Humidity

In Redfield, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Redfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Redfield, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 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 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Redfield, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Redfield?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Redfield, during March, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Redfield, South Dakota, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Redfield, 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 7:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Redfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Redfield, SD

Average temperature in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Redfield, SD

Average pressure in March - Redfield, 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
Redfield, SD

Average wind speed in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Redfield, SD

Average humidity in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Redfield, SD

Average rainfall in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Redfield, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Redfield, SD

Average snowfall in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Redfield, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Redfield, 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: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Redfield, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Redfield, SD

Average UV index in March - Redfield, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Redfield, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Redfield, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Redfield, SD

Average visibility in March - Redfield, 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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