March weather forecast
Palmetto, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderately hot month in Palmetto, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average high of 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

In March, Palmetto experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C), closely mirroring the climate in February. Palmetto's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Palmetto, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Palmetto, the average seawater temperature in March is 66.7°F (19.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 66.7°F (19.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Palmetto is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Palmetto, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:47 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 is 8.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Palmetto in March?

In Palmetto, in March, the average high-temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C).

What are the least humid months in Palmetto?

The months with the lowest humidity are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March in Palmetto?

The average relative humidity in March in Palmetto is 72%.

How much does it rain in Palmetto in March?

In Palmetto, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in March in Palmetto?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Palmetto have in March?

In March, the average day length in Palmetto, Florida, is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Palmetto?

On the first day of March in Palmetto, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Palmetto, Florida, 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 Palmetto?

In Palmetto, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Palmetto?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palmetto, FL

Average temperature in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 61.5°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 (56.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Palmetto, FL

Average pressure in March - Palmetto, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Palmetto, FL

Average wind speed in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Palmetto, FL

Average humidity in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palmetto, FL

Average rainfall in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Palmetto, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Palmetto, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 66.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palmetto, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palmetto, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palmetto, FL

Average UV index in March - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Palmetto, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Palmetto, FL

Average visibility in March - Palmetto, 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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