March weather forecast
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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A pathway secured by a wooden fence on the perfect white sandy beach of Santa Rosa, Florida
A pathway secured by a wooden fence on the perfect white sandy beach of Santa Rosa, Florida

Weather in March

With the arrival of March, Santa Rosa Beach begins to warm up. The average daytime temperature becomes increasingly appreciable, hinting that summer is just around the corner. March also observes a decline in precipitation levels, but the overall environment remains adequately humid. The average wind velocity drops down slightly, setting a relaxed pace for outdoor activities. As the daylight extends, the weather marks longer days with a UV index of 5, reinforcing that brighter days are on the horizon.

Temperature

March denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) from February's 63.3°F (17.4°C). Santa Rosa Beach's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Santa Rosa Beach, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santa Rosa Beach, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, snow does not fall in February through December.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 66.2°F (19°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 66.2°F (19°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Santa Rosa Beach is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:03 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, is 7.7h.

UV index

In Santa Rosa Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in March leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, in March, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 66.2°F (19°C). For most, swimming in 66.2°F (19°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Santa Rosa Beach have in March?

In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Santa Rosa Beach, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:03 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Santa Rosa Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average temperature in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average pressure in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average wind speed in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average humidity in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average rainfall in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average snowfall in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 66°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (84°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (64°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average UV index in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average visibility in March - Santa Rosa Beach, 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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