March weather forecast
Sarasota Heights, FL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderately hot month in Sarasota Heights, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), subtly shifted from February's 71.2°F (21.8°C). In Sarasota Heights, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Sarasota Heights, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sarasota Heights, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Sarasota Heights, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 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 Sarasota Heights, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

In Sarasota Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Sarasota Heights, is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sarasota Heights, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Sarasota Heights have in March?

In Sarasota Heights, 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 6:53 am and sunset at 6:31 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 Sarasota Heights have in March?

In Sarasota Heights, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average temperature in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average pressure in March - Sarasota Heights, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average wind speed in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average humidity in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average rainfall in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sarasota Heights, 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 May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average UV index in March - Sarasota Heights, 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
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Sarasota Heights, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

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 22).

Average visibility in March
Sarasota Heights, FL

Average visibility in March - Sarasota Heights, 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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