March weather - Spring 2024

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average sea temperature in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

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Weather in March

March brings the first breath of spring to Palm Beach, with a slight rise in temperature. At a comfortably warm temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C), climate variability stays within comfortable limits. A decrease in humidity levels marks this month, setting the stage for the sweltering months to follow. The year is soon to slide into the steamy months of summer, with April promising more sunshine hours and gradually increasing temperatures. Visiting Palm Beach in March is akin to enjoying a tropical paradise, with reliable sunny weather and balmy sea breezes.

Temperature

Palm Beach marks the start of March with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from February's 73.2°F (22.9°C). Palm Beach's nighttime temperature in March consistently rests at a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Palm Beach, Florida, is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Palm Beach, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palm Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 75.7°F (24.3°C).
Note: The allure of a swim in 75.7°F (24.3°C) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In Palm Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Palm Beach is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Palm Beach?

In Palm Beach, 74.7°F (23.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 67.8°F (19.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the least humid month in Palm Beach?

The least humid month in Palm Beach, Florida, is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March in Palm Beach?

In March, the average relative humidity in Palm Beach is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palm Beach?

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March in Palm Beach?

In Palm Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 75.7°F (24.3°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 75.7°F (24.3°C).

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

In Palm Beach, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

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

On the first day of March in Palm Beach, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:21 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:37 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Palm Beach, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Palm Beach?

In Palm Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Palm Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

73.2°F 22.9°C

74.7°F 23.7°C

78.1°F 25.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.1mph 19.5km/h

12.3mph 19.8km/h

12mph 19.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

9.3

10.6

12.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.1

14.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

32%

29%

Average visibility

6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average high temperature in March: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72°F).

Average low temperature in March: 67.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (64.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March: 75.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (85.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (74.1°F).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palm 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in March
Palm Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Palm 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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March weather forecast
Palm Beach, FL

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