March weather forecast
Oxford Junction, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oxford Junction, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is noticeable in March, with an increase from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). During March, Oxford Junction experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oxford Junction, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oxford Junction, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oxford Junction are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oxford Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Oxford Junction is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In Oxford Junction, in March, the average high-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Oxford Junction, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Oxford Junction, Iowa, during March, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford Junction have in March?

In Oxford Junction, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Oxford Junction have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Oxford Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average temperature in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average pressure in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average wind speed in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average humidity in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average rainfall in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average snowfall in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Oxford Junction, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average UV index in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Oxford Junction, IA

Average visibility in March - Oxford Junction, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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