March weather forecast
Oxford, MA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Oxford, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Oxford experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Oxford, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oxford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oxford. The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 5.08" (129mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Oxford is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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

The average sunshine in March in Oxford is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oxford are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Oxford during March?

In Oxford, in March, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Oxford?

The average relative humidity in March in Oxford, Massachusetts, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Oxford?

In Oxford, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Oxford?

The months with the most snowfall are February and March, with an average 5.08" (129mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Oxford?

In Oxford, in March, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oxford?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:12 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Oxford, Massachusetts, is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Oxford?

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oxford, MA

Average temperature in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Oxford, MA

Average pressure in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Oxford, MA

Average wind speed in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Oxford, MA

Average humidity in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Oxford, MA

Average rainfall days in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Oxford, MA

Average snowfall in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Oxford, MA

Average snowfall days in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.1 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, MA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oxford, MA

Average sunshine days in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oxford, MA

Average UV index in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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, MA

Average cloud cover in March - Oxford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Oxford, MA

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

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

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