March weather forecast
Punta Gorda, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a warm month in Punta Gorda, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Punta Gorda experiences an average nighttime temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Punta Gorda, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
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 March, 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

In Punta Gorda, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Punta Gorda, is 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.3°F (15.7°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 Punta Gorda, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Punta Gorda, Florida, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Punta Gorda, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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.

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 Punta Gorda have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Punta Gorda, 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
Punta Gorda, FL

Average temperature in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 77.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average pressure in March - Punta Gorda, 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
Punta Gorda, FL

Average wind speed in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average humidity in March - Punta Gorda, 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
Punta Gorda, FL

Average rainfall in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Punta Gorda, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average UV index in March - Punta Gorda, 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
Punta Gorda, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Punta Gorda, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Punta Gorda, FL

Average visibility in March - Punta Gorda, 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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