March weather forecast
Ocean Springs, MS

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A footbridge on the Gulf coast beach in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
A footbridge on the Gulf coast beach in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Weather in March

The true essence of spring starts to make its presence felt as March takes over. The city of Ocean Springs wakes up from the winter's slumber with a marked change in temperature and humidity. The average high temperatures climb to a comfortable 69.4°F (20.8°C), providing the perfect setup for outdoor activities. The wind, once a reminder of the winter chill, has now taken on a friendlier disposition. As the city leaps from March into April, further warming of the weather, coupled with a reduced cloud cover, gives rise to numerous opportunities for sunbathing.

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Ocean Springs's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in February to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). March brings Ocean Springs a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ocean Springs, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Ocean Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.4 days and collects up to 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ocean Springs, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Ocean Springs, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ocean Springs?

The high-temperature, in March, in Ocean Springs, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Ocean Springs, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Ocean Springs, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Ocean Springs have in March?

In Ocean Springs, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:13 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Ocean Springs, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average temperature in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average pressure in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average wind speed in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average humidity in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average UV index in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Ocean Springs, MS

Average visibility in March - Ocean Springs, MS
  • 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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