March weather forecast
Port Tampa, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderately hot month in Port Tampa, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Port Tampa's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) from February's 72.1°F (22.3°C). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Humidity

March through May, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Port Tampa, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Port Tampa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.7 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:47 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 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Port Tampa, in March, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Port Tampa, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Port Tampa have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Port Tampa, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:47 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 Tampa have in March?

In Port Tampa, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Port Tampa?

In Port Tampa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average temperature in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 75.4°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 (68.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average pressure in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Tampa, FL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Tampa, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average UV index in March - Port Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Port Tampa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Port Tampa, FL

Average visibility in March - Port Tampa, 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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