March weather forecast
Port Charlotte, FL

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Palm trees and trees surrounding a pond in Port Charlotte, Florida
Palm trees and trees surrounding a pond in Port Charlotte, Florida

Weather in March

March marks the commencement of warmer conditions and an increase in daylight hours in Port Charlotte. The month experiences less cloud coverage, resulting in brighter days conducive to outdoor activities. March boasts a relative humidity drop from the previous month, leading to comfortable conditions for the city's inhabitants. However, the most distinguishing characteristic of March weather is its rainfall of 0.87" (22mm), indicating a slight increase from February's dry conditions. With a gradual increase in temperature, the transition from March to April anticipates more tanned and sunnier days.

Temperature

Port Charlotte, Florida, transitions into March recording an average high-temperature of a still warm 77°F (25°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Charlotte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:45 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 is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures in Port Charlotte, Florida, vary between a high-temperature of 77°F (25°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Port Charlotte, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Port Charlotte?

In Port Charlotte, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Port Charlotte?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:45 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 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Port Charlotte, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average temperature in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 77°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 (70.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average pressure in March - Port Charlotte, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average wind speed in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average humidity in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average rainfall in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Charlotte, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Port Charlotte, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average UV index in March - Port Charlotte, 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, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Charlotte, FL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Port Charlotte, FL

Average visibility in March - Port Charlotte, 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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