March weather forecast
Oxford, ME

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oxford, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Oxford observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) in February to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Oxford's average low-temperature is measured at a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C) during March.

Humidity

In Oxford, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oxford, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oxford, in March, during 12.4 snowfall days, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.7 snowfall days, and 40.2" (1021mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oxford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Oxford, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Oxford, Maine, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Oxford, in March, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:08 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oxford?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oxford, ME

Average temperature in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average high temperature in March: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Oxford, ME

Average pressure in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oxford, ME

Average wind speed in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Oxford, ME

Average humidity in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Oxford, ME

Average rainfall in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Oxford, ME

Average rainfall days in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oxford, ME

Average snowfall in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oxford, ME

Average snowfall days in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oxford, ME

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oxford, ME

Average sunshine days in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Oxford, ME

Average UV index in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Oxford, ME

Average cloud cover in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Oxford, ME

Average visibility in March - Oxford, ME
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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