March weather forecast
Oklahoma City, OK

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The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside
The State Capitol Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with flags and a statue outside

Weather in March

Weather in March signifies the advent of spring in Oklahoma City. As the city shakes off the winter chill, a palpable rise in both temperature and rainfall can be expected, building up to the stormy season that typically hits in late spring. The increase in temperature brings with it a subtle shift in wardrobe from heavy winter coats to lighter jackets. Daylight hours also start to extend, providing more sunlight towards the latter part of the day. On the temperature spectrum, the city experiences a high and low temperatures from 62.4°F (16.9°C) to 44.4°F (6.9°C), marking the change in seasons.

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Oklahoma City, in March, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.1 snowfall days, and 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oklahoma City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 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 7.3h.

UV index

In Oklahoma City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Oklahoma City, is 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Oklahoma City, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Oklahoma City, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, during March, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oklahoma City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oklahoma City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:51 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average temperature in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average pressure in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average wind speed in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average humidity in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average rainfall days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average snowfall days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Oklahoma City, OK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average sunshine days in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average UV index in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average cloud cover in March - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Oklahoma City, OK

Average visibility in March - Oklahoma City, 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).

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