March weather forecast
Oxford, NC

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Oxford, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). Oxford reports a consistent average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

In Oxford, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oxford, there are 153.7 rainfall days, and 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Oxford. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Oxford aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Oxford, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.7 days and aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oxford is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Oxford, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Oxford, North Carolina, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oxford in March?

In Oxford, in March, the average high-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oxford?

In March, the average relative humidity in Oxford, North Carolina, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Oxford in March?

In March, in Oxford, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Oxford?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Oxford aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in March?

In Oxford, North Carolina, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oxford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Oxford, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:35 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Oxford?

The average sunshine duration in March in Oxford, North Carolina, is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Oxford?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oxford, North Carolina, is 4. 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
Oxford, NC

Average temperature in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oxford, NC

Average pressure in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oxford, NC

Average wind speed in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oxford, NC

Average humidity in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oxford, NC

Average rainfall in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oxford, NC

Average rainfall days in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oxford, NC

Average snowfall in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oxford, NC

Average snowfall days in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oxford, NC

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oxford, NC

Average sunshine days in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oxford, NC

Average UV index in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oxford, NC

Average cloud cover in March - Oxford, NC
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Oxford, NC

Average visibility in March - Oxford, NC
  • 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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