March weather forecast
New Port Richey, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a pleasant month in New Port Richey, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March is a still pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. New Port Richey reports a consistent average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are March and November Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in New Port Richey, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 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

In March, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in New Port Richey, records 71.8°F (22.1°C), while the low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March in New Port Richey?

In New Port Richey, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

What is the driest month?

March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

In New Port Richey, during March, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does New Port Richey have in March?

In New Port Richey, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:48 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 New Port Richey have in March?

In New Port Richey, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average temperature in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.8°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 (65.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.8°F).

Average pressure in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average pressure in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average wind speed in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average humidity in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

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

Average rainfall in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average rainfall in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (4.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average rainfall days in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Port Richey, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average sunshine days in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).

Average UV index in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average UV index in March - New Port Richey, 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
New Port Richey, FL

Average cloud cover in March - New Port Richey, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
New Port Richey, FL

Average visibility in March - New Port Richey, 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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