March weather forecast
Jacksonville Beach, FL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Jacksonville Beach, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.6°F (22°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

The advent of March signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C), aligning closely with February. Jacksonville Beach experiences an average low-temperature reading of 57.2°F (14°C) throughout March.

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Jacksonville Beach, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.5 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Jacksonville Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 62.4°F (16.9°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most individuals in 62.4°F (16.9°C). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging to control as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 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 March, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Jacksonville Beach in March has an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the least humid month?

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Jacksonville Beach, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Jacksonville Beach, snow does not fall in February through November.

How cold is the water in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). For most, swimming in 62.4°F (16.9°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).

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:44 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Jacksonville Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

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

In Jacksonville Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average temperature in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (63.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 57.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (50.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March, April, October and November (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average humidity in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 62.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (60.7°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

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: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average UV index in March - Jacksonville Beach, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Jacksonville Beach, FL

Average visibility in March - Jacksonville 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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