March weather forecast
Ocala, FL

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Nature scenes of a tropical forest and a lake in the iconic Ocala National Park forest in Ocala, Florida
Nature scenes of a tropical forest and a lake in the iconic Ocala National Park forest in Ocala, Florida

Weather in March

March in Ocala marks the onset of spring, with warmer temperatures, clear skies, and a generally pleasant atmosphere. Rainfall remains less intense, promoting cloudless days and more sunlight hours, perfect for those who love to bask in the sun. But it's notable that March has an average high temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C), a considerable increase from February. Increasing daylight hours extend the possibility of outdoor activities. Ocala residents can look forward to experiencing more vibrant and sunny days this month.

Temperature

The introduction of March sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C), hardly deviating from February. Throughout March, Ocala witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ocala, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Ocala, Florida, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 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

In March, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ocala in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 55.4°F (13°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Ocala, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Ocala have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:46 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 Ocala have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ocala, FL

Average temperature in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (65.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in March
Ocala, FL

Average pressure in March - Ocala, 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
Ocala, FL

Average wind speed in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ocala, FL

Average humidity in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Ocala, FL

Average rainfall in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Ocala, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Ocala, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Ocala, 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 daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ocala, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ocala, 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 months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ocala, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Ocala, 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 July (6.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ocala, FL

Average UV index in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Ocala, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Ocala, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Ocala, FL

Average visibility in March - Ocala, 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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