March weather forecast
Port Richey, FL

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Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) from February. The temperature lowers to an average of 60.3°F (15.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, 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 Port Richey, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

In Port Richey, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Port Richey in March?

Port Richey in March has an average high-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

What is the driest month?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Port Richey, 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 6:54 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 Port Richey have in March?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Port Richey, FL

Average temperature in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average pressure in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average wind speed in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average humidity in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average rainfall in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average rainfall days in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

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

Average sunshine days in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average UV index in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average cloud cover in March - 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
Port Richey, FL

Average visibility in March - 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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