March weather forecast
Purcell, OK

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Purcell, Oklahoma, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in February to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Purcell, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Purcell are January through April, November and December. In Purcell, during March, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Purcell, Oklahoma, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.5 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Purcell, Oklahoma, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:50 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In Purcell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Purcell, 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Purcell, the average relative humidity in March is 66%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Purcell, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Purcell, in March, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Purcell have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:50 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 Purcell have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Purcell, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Purcell, OK

Average temperature in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Purcell, OK

Average pressure in March - Purcell, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Purcell, OK

Average wind speed in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Purcell, OK

Average humidity in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Purcell, OK

Average rainfall in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Purcell, OK

Average rainfall days in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Purcell, OK

Average snowfall in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Purcell, OK

Average snowfall days in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Purcell, OK

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Purcell, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Purcell, OK

Average sunshine days in March - Purcell, OK
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Purcell, OK

Average UV index in March - Purcell, 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
Purcell, OK

Average cloud cover in March - Purcell, 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 19).

Average visibility in March
Purcell, OK

Average visibility in March - Purcell, 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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