March weather forecast
Crystal River, FL

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A few people on the clear and pebbly shores of the Crystal River in Florida, swimming with manatees under the hot summer sun
A few people on the clear and pebbly shores of the Crystal River in Florida, swimming with manatees under the hot summer sun

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Crystal River, is still a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73°F (22.8°C) and an average low of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

As March unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still pleasant 73°F (22.8°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Crystal River reports an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Crystal River is March, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Crystal River.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Crystal River are February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 68°F (20°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most individuals in 68°F (20°C). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging to control as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Crystal River, Florida, is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Crystal River, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:48 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

The average sunshine in March in Crystal River is 8.5h.

UV index

In Crystal River, Florida, 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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Crystal River in March?

In March, in Crystal River, the average high-temperature is 73°F (22.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the least humid month in Crystal River?

The months with the lowest humidity in Crystal River, Florida, are January, March and May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in March in Crystal River?

The average relative humidity in March in Crystal River, Florida, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Crystal River?

The month with the least rainfall in Crystal River, Florida, is March, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Crystal River in March?

In Crystal River, Florida, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Crystal River?

In Crystal River, Florida, snow does not fall in February through December.

When is the ocean coldest in Crystal River?

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 68°F (20°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Crystal River, Florida.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Crystal River?

In Crystal River, Florida, in March, the average water temperature is 68°F (20°C). For most, swimming in 68°F (20°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).

How many hours of daylight does Crystal River have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Crystal River?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Crystal River, Florida, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Crystal River have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Crystal River, Florida, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Crystal River?

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

Average temperature in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (65.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Crystal River, FL

Average pressure in March - Crystal River, 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
Crystal River, FL

Average wind speed in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Crystal River, FL

Average humidity in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and May (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Crystal River, FL

Average rainfall in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.26").

Average rainfall days in March
Crystal River, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Crystal River, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in March
Crystal River, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 68°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (68°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Crystal River, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Crystal River, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Crystal River, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Crystal River, FL

Average UV index in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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).

Average cloud cover in March
Crystal River, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Crystal River, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Crystal River, FL

Average visibility in March - Crystal River, 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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