March weather forecast
Rio, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a warm month in Rio, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.8°F (23.8°C) and min 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The initiation of March sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C), showing minor variations from the previous month. Rio's temperature drops to an average low of 65.3°F (18.5°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.1 rainfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rio, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:38 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 8.5h.

UV index

In Rio, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 30, 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 Rio during March is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the low-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Rio, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Rio have in March?

In Rio, 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 6:44 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rio, 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 Rio have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Rio, 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
Rio, FL

Average temperature in March - Rio, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (71.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 65.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (61.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Rio, FL

Average pressure in March - Rio, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rio, FL

Average wind speed in March - Rio, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Rio, FL

Average humidity in March - Rio, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Rio, FL

Average rainfall in March - Rio, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Rio, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Rio, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rio, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rio, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rio, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Rio, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Rio, FL

Average UV index in March - Rio, 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 and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Rio, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Rio, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Rio, FL

Average visibility in March - Rio, 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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