March weather forecast
Oak Forest, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Oak Forest, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Entering March, Oak Forest notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from February's wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). Oak Forest witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Oak Forest, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Oak Forest, Maryland, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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

In March, the average sunshine in Oak Forest is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Oak Forest, is 50.5°F (10.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Oak Forest, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Oak Forest, in March, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Oak Forest, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:30 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Oak Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average temperature in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average pressure in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average wind speed in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average humidity in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Oak Forest, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average UV index in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Oak Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Oak Forest, MD

Average visibility in March - Oak Forest, MD
  • 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).

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