March weather forecast
Panama City Beach, FL

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Weather in March

Spring makes its mark through raising temperatures and rain showers in Panama City Beach during March. The temperature ranges from 56.1°F (13.4°C) to 68.9°F (20.5°C) making it appealing to both tourists and locals alike. Budding nature and humidity averaging at 74% sets an ideal environment for outdoor activities. Gradients of nature unveil themselves as March offers a forward leap from winter, handing over to April's amplified warmth.

Temperature

The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C) in February to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). In March, Panama City Beach records an average nighttime temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Panama City Beach, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Panama City Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.1 days and collects up to 35.83" (910mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and March are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are January and March, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

In Panama City Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 65.5°F (18.6°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 65.5°F (18.6°C) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:01 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

In Panama City Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Panama City Beach?

In Panama City Beach, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall days are January and March, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

When does it start snowing?

March is the first month it typically snows. Throughout March, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Panama City Beach?

In Panama City Beach, in March, the average water temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C). Swimming in 65.5°F (18.6°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:01 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Panama City Beach?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Panama City Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average temperature in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average pressure in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average humidity in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and March (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 65.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average UV index in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Panama City Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Panama City Beach, FL

Average visibility in March - Panama City Beach, 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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