March weather - Spring 2025

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 snowfall 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

the colorful red night sky in the seaside city of Galveston in Texas

Weather in March

Galveston welcomes Spring as March kicks in, bringing forth a considerable increase in overall temperatures. A notable warmth comes to the Galveston sea, which heats up to 62.9°F (17.2°C), creating a pleasant environment for water-related endeavors. Wind velocity remains relatively constant, maintaining a pleasant sea breeze. March also is a signal to a decreasing frequency of rain showers and sees a further increase in daylight hours, lifting the spirits of the townsfolk.

Temperature

March is marked by an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C), almost identical to the preceding month. March nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a still comfortable 61°F (16.1°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

February and March are months with the least rain in Galveston when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

In Galveston, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Galveston, in March, the average water temperature is 63°F (17.2°C).
Note: Swimming in 63°F (17.2°C) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Galveston, Texas, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:37 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 is 7.2h.

UV index

In Galveston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Galveston, 67.3°F (19.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 61°F (16.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Galveston is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Galveston in March?

In Galveston, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Galveston, in March, the average water temperature is 63°F (17.2°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 63°F (17.2°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 Galveston have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Galveston, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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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

62.2°F 16.8°C

67.3°F 19.6°C

73°F 22.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.9mph 20.8km/h

12.7mph 20.4km/h

13.7mph 22km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

10.8

11.3

10.7

Average snowfall days

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.8

17.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Galveston, TX

Average high temperature in March: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

Average low temperature in March: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Galveston, TX

Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Galveston, TX

Average wind speed in March: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Galveston, TX

Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Galveston, TX

Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Galveston, TX

Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Galveston, TX

Average sea temperature in March: 62.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (87.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.5°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Galveston, TX

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galveston, TX

Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Galveston, TX

Average UV index in March: 5

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 December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Galveston, TX

Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Galveston, TX

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).

March weather forecast
Galveston, TX

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