March weather forecast
Merritt Island, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a pleasant month in Merritt Island, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 73°F (22.8°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

During March, Merritt Island records an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 73°F (22.8°C), marking a slight divergence from February's 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout March, Merritt Island witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 62.6°F (17°C).

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall in Merritt Island. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Merritt Island is 8.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in March transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Merritt Island in March?

In Merritt Island, in March, the average high-temperature is 73°F (22.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

What is the driest month?

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Merritt Island, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:40 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 many hours of sunshine does Merritt Island have in March?

In Merritt Island, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average temperature in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average pressure in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average wind speed in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average humidity in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average rainfall in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.14").

Average rainfall days in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Merritt Island, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average UV index in March - Merritt Island, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Merritt Island, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Merritt Island, FL

Average visibility in March - Merritt Island, 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).

Merritt Island, Florida, USA

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