March weather forecastPreston, OK
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Preston, Oklahoma, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).Temperature
The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in February to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Preston dips to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) on average during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Preston is 71%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Preston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.7 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:45 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 is 6.8h.UV index
In Preston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Preston, OK
- Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 44.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Preston, OK
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Preston, OK
- Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in March
Preston, OK
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Preston, OK
- Average rainfall in March: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in March
Preston, OK
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Preston, OK
- Average snowfall in March: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Preston, OK
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Preston, 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: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Preston, OK
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Preston, 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
Preston, OK
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in March
Preston, 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).
