March weather forecast
Orchid, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderately hot month in Orchid, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between min 64°F (17.8°C) and max 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

Orchid records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) from February's 72°F (22.2°C). Throughout the month of March, Orchid witnesses an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orchid, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Orchid, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Orchid, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Orchid, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in March leads to these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Orchid experiences an average high-temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and a low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In Orchid, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in Orchid in March?

In Orchid, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) 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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Orchid, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Orchid, FL

Average temperature in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Orchid, FL

Average pressure in March - Orchid, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Orchid, FL

Average wind speed in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Orchid, FL

Average humidity in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Orchid, FL

Average rainfall in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Orchid, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orchid, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Orchid, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Orchid, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Orchid, FL

Average UV index in March - Orchid, 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
Orchid, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Orchid, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Orchid, FL

Average visibility in March - Orchid, 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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