March weather forecast
Oaxaca, Mexico

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Weather in March

By March, Oaxaca's weather begins to heat up, notching the mercury up to an average high of 24.9°C (76.8°F). The change from February is apparent as days grow longer and warmer. Despite the heat, the month sees significantly more rainfall than the first two months of the year. This month also introduces an increase in cloud coverage, somewhat offsetting clear skies. The intensity of daily sunlight remains constant, albeit with a required dose of sunscreen due to the higher UV index.

Temperature

March in Oaxaca reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F), slightly varied from February's 23.3°C (73.9°F). Nightly readings in March display a noticeable downturn from daily highs in Oaxaca, with the average low-temperature registering a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Oaxaca, Mexico, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. In Oaxaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.9 days and collects up to 1066mm (41.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Oaxaca, Mexico, is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of March, in Oaxaca, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Oaxaca, Mexico, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Feb 9, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Oaxaca?

In March, in Oaxaca, the average high-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Oaxaca?

In Oaxaca, Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How much does it rain in Oaxaca in March?

In Oaxaca, Mexico, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Oaxaca?

On the first day of March in Oaxaca, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Oaxaca?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Oaxaca?

The months with the highest UV index in Oaxaca are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in March in Oaxaca?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Oaxaca is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average temperature in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average high temperature in March: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average pressure in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average pressure in March: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average wind speed in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average humidity in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average rainfall in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average rainfall in March: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (5mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average rainfall days in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average sunshine days in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average UV index in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average cloud cover in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Oaxaca, Mexico

Average visibility in March - Oaxaca, Mexico
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September, October and November (7km).

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