March weather forecast
Alva, OK

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Weather in March

March in Alva, Oklahoma, USA marks the transition from winter to spring. The month witnesses a significant increase in temperature, outrightly dismissing the severe cold of the first two months. More rain, less snow and temperatures peaking at 61°F (16.1°C) signify the onset of a new season. The month experiences longer daylight hours, allowing more sunshine and facilitating a retreat of the frosty ambiance. Moving from March into April, Alva transitions completely into spring, adorning a more pleasant and balmy weather guise.

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) in February to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). In Alva, an average temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 62%.

Rainfall

In Alva, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.5 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alva, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Alva, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:56 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 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Alva, in March, the average high-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Alva, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Alva, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Alva?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:29 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Alva have in March?

In Alva, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Alva?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alva is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Alva, OK

Average temperature in March - Alva, OK
  • Average high temperature in March: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Alva, OK

Average pressure in March - Alva, OK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alva, OK

Average wind speed in March - Alva, OK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in March
Alva, OK

Average humidity in March - Alva, OK
  • Average humidity in March: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (53%).

Average rainfall in March
Alva, OK

Average rainfall in March - Alva, OK
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Alva, OK

Average rainfall days in March - Alva, OK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alva, OK

Average snowfall in March - Alva, OK
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alva, OK

Average snowfall days in March - Alva, OK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Alva, OK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alva, OK
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alva, OK

Average sunshine days in March - Alva, OK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Alva, OK

Average UV index in March - Alva, OK
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Alva, OK

Average cloud cover in March - Alva, OK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Alva, OK

Average visibility in March - Alva, OK
  • 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).

Alva, Oklahoma, USA

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