March weather forecastOxford, MS

March

Weather in March

As the calendar shifts to March in Oxford, the gradual ascension to balmy weather becomes more pronounced. The last vestiges of winter retreat, paving the way for the sprightly breeze and ample sunshine of spring. The variation from February's pattern is distinct, with March presenting 62.6°F (17°C) as the highest temperature. The arrival of equinox strengthens the certainty of longer, sunnier days ahead. Delighting in piquant weather, Oxford in March offers equally delightful weatherscape, setting a vibrant precedent for April.

Temperature

The onset of March in Oxford brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in February to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Oxford's temperature lowers to a mean of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Oxford are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Oxford aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oxford is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Oxford is 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Oxford, is 62.6°F (17°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

The months with the highest humidity in Oxford are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

The average relative humidity in March in Oxford, Mississippi, is 80%.

In Oxford, Mississippi, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the last month it regularly snows in Oxford. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Oxford aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

The average day length in March in Oxford, Mississippi, is 12h and 0min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Oxford, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:18 pm CDT.

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

In Oxford, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Oxford, Mississippi, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

53.6°F

62.6°F

72.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.2mph

8mph

8.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.2

12.9

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Oxford, MS

Average high temperature in March: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Oxford, MS

Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oxford, MS

Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Oxford, MS

Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oxford, MS

Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oxford, MS

Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oxford, MS

Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Oxford, MS

Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Oxford, MS

Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Oxford, MS

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).