March weather forecast
Oklahoma City, OK

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The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside
The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside

Weather in March

Weather in March signifies the advent of spring in Oklahoma City. As the city shakes off the winter chill, a palpable rise in both temperature and rainfall can be expected, building up to the stormy season that typically hits in late spring. The increase in temperature brings with it a subtle shift in wardrobe from heavy winter coats to lighter jackets. Daylight hours also start to extend, providing more sunlight towards the latter part of the day. On the temperature spectrum, the city experiences a high and low temperatures from 62.4°F (16.9°C) to 44.4°F (6.9°C), marking the change in seasons.

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). March's nights observe an average temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

In Oklahoma City, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Oklahoma City, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.1 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oklahoma City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 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 7.3h.

UV index

In Oklahoma City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

During March, Oklahoma City experiences an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How much does it rain in Oklahoma City in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Oklahoma City, in March, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Oklahoma City have in March?

In Oklahoma City, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average temperature in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average pressure in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average wind speed in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average humidity in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average sunshine days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average UV index in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average cloud cover in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average visibility in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • 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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