March weather forecast
Manasota Key, FL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Manasota Key, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of March presents an average high-temperature of a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Manasota Key records an average nighttime low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Manasota Key, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Manasota Key, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Manasota Key, in March, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C).
Note: A surface water temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Manasota Key is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:46 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 is 8.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Manasota Key is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Manasota Key?

The high-temperature in Manasota Key, Florida, during March is 73.9°F (23.3°C) and the low-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C).

What are the least humid months in Manasota Key?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Manasota Key.

What is the average humidity in March in Manasota Key?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Manasota Key in March?

In Manasota Key, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Manasota Key?

In Manasota Key, Florida, in March, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°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 Manasota Key have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Manasota Key?

On the first day of March in Manasota Key, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:46 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Manasota Key?

In Manasota Key, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average temperature in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average pressure in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average wind speed in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average humidity in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average rainfall in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 68.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (87°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (65.3°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Manasota Key, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4 days).

Average UV index in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average UV index in March - Manasota Key, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Manasota Key, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Manasota Key, FL

Average visibility in March - Manasota Key, 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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