March weather forecast
Oxford, CT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Oxford, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Oxford, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oxford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.6 days and collects up to 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oxford, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Oxford, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Oxford. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Oxford in March?

In March, in Oxford, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oxford?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in Oxford in March?

In Oxford, Connecticut, during March, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oxford in March?

In March, in Oxford, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oxford?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Oxford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:17 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 many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oxford?

The months with the lowest UV index in Oxford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oxford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Oxford, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oxford, CT

Average temperature in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oxford, CT

Average pressure in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oxford, CT

Average wind speed in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oxford, CT

Average rainfall days in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oxford, CT

Average snowfall days in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Oxford, CT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oxford, CT

Average sunshine days in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oxford, CT

Average UV index in March - Oxford, CT
  • 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oxford, CT

Average cloud cover in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Oxford, CT

Average visibility in March - Oxford, CT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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