March weather forecast
Fort Walton Beach, FL

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The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river
The vast Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with a high view of the city and part of the river

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Walton Beach, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in February to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Fort Walton Beach, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Fort Walton Beach is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature in Fort Walton Beach is 65.1°F (18.4°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Fort Walton Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:05 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 in Fort Walton Beach is 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Walton Beach is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Fort Walton Beach?

The high-temperature, in March, in Fort Walton Beach, records 68.7°F (20.4°C), while the low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Walton Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

Does it snow in Fort Walton Beach in March?

In March, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Fort Walton Beach?

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, the average seawater temperature in March is 65.1°F (18.4°C). For most, swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort Walton Beach?

The average day length in March in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fort Walton Beach?

On the first day of March in Fort Walton Beach, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:05 pm CDT.

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

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 Fort Walton Beach have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fort Walton Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Walton Beach is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average temperature in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average humidity in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 65.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.3°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average UV index in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Walton Beach, FL

Average visibility in March - Fort Walton 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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