March weather forecast
Oberlin, OH

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An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio
An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio

Weather in March

Marking the onset of spring, March brings a significant rise in temperatures up to 41.5°F (5.3°C) high and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The wintry landscape of Oberlin starts transitioning into spring, with snowfall rates declining. Ascension in sunshine hours paired with an increase in daylight serves as an indication of the approaching warmer months. March presents itself as a month of transition where the last vestiges of winter gradually fade away. The arrival of spring is commemorated by blooming flowers and gradually warming temperatures.

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as February gives way to March, with average highs shifting from a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a still icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Oberlin, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Oberlin, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Oberlin, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oberlin is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:53 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 5.9h.

UV index

In Oberlin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Oberlin?

In Oberlin, in March, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Oberlin, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Oberlin, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:20 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

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 Oberlin?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Oberlin, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Oberlin, OH

Average temperature in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Oberlin, OH

Average pressure in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oberlin, OH

Average wind speed in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Oberlin, OH

Average humidity in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall days in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall days in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oberlin, OH

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oberlin, OH

Average sunshine days in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Oberlin, OH

Average UV index in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Oberlin, OH

Average cloud cover in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Oberlin, OH

Average visibility in March - Oberlin, OH
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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