March weather forecast
Cocoa Beach, FL

A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky
A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a pleasant month in Cocoa Beach, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in February - a still agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is 64°F (17.8°C).

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Cocoa Beach is 73°F (22.8°C).
Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 73°F (22.8°C) water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In Cocoa Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Cocoa Beach is 8.7h.

UV index

In Cocoa Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Cocoa Beach?

In Cocoa Beach, Florida, in March, the average high-temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Cocoa Beach?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, March is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in March in Cocoa Beach?

In March, the average relative humidity in Cocoa Beach is 72%.

What is the driest month in Cocoa Beach?

March is the month with the least rainfall in Cocoa Beach. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cocoa Beach in March?

In March, in Cocoa Beach, Florida, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in March in Cocoa Beach?

In Cocoa Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 73°F (22.8°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the average length of the day in March in Cocoa Beach?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cocoa Beach?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cocoa Beach, Florida, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Cocoa Beach have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cocoa Beach is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cocoa Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cocoa Beach, Florida, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average temperature in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average pressure in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average humidity in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 73°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 55min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 23min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average UV index in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average visibility in March - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 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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