March weather forecast
Oakland, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Oakland, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Oakland's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oakland, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oakland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:15 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Oakland?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Oakland, is 50.4°F (10.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Oakland, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:15 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Oakland have in March?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Oakland, IL

Average temperature in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Oakland, IL

Average pressure in March - Oakland, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oakland, IL

Average wind speed in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Oakland, IL

Average humidity in March - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IL

Average rainfall in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Oakland, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oakland, IL

Average snowfall in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oakland, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Oakland, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oakland, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Oakland, IL

Average UV index in March - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Oakland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

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

Average visibility in March
Oakland, IL

Average visibility in March - Oakland, 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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