March weather forecast
Oakford, IL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oakford, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). During March, Oakford witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Oakford, in March, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Oakford, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oakford is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Oakford, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Oakford, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Oakford, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oakford, IL

Average temperature in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Oakford, IL

Average pressure in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oakford, IL

Average wind speed in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Oakford, IL

Average humidity in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Oakford, IL

Average rainfall in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Oakford, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oakford, IL

Average snowfall in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oakford, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Oakford, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oakford, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Oakford, IL

Average UV index in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Oakford, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Oakford, IL

Average visibility in March - Oakford, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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