March weather forecast
Altoona, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a warm month in Altoona, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

March observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C), marking an insignificant difference from February's 71.6°F (22°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Altoona is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Altoona, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:44 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 Altoona, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In Altoona, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Altoona in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Altoona, is 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the least humid month in Altoona?

March is the least humid month in Altoona, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in March in Altoona?

The average relative humidity in March in Altoona, Florida, is 71%.

What is the driest month in Altoona?

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Altoona in March?

In Altoona, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Altoona have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Altoona?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Altoona, Florida, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Altoona?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Altoona is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Altoona, FL

Average temperature in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Altoona, FL

Average pressure in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Altoona, FL

Average wind speed in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Altoona, FL

Average humidity in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Altoona, FL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Altoona, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Altoona, FL
  • 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: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Altoona, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Altoona, FL

Average UV index in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Altoona, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Altoona, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Altoona, FL

Average visibility in March - Altoona, 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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