March weather forecast
South Padre Island, TX

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an agreeable month in South Padre Island, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average high of 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in March, hardly different from the 69.4°F (20.8°C) recorded in February. During the March nights, South Padre Island's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in South Padre Island, Texas, is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Padre Island, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Padre Island, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In South Padre Island, in March, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C). As the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:45 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

In March, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in South Padre Island?

In South Padre Island, 73°F (22.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 66°F (18.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in South Padre Island?

The average relative humidity in March in South Padre Island is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in South Padre Island?

In March, in South Padre Island, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March in South Padre Island?

In South Padre Island, in March, the average water temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does South Padre Island have in March?

In South Padre Island, Texas, the average day length in March is 12h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in South Padre Island?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in South Padre Island, Texas, 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 South Padre Island?

The average sunshine duration in March in South Padre Island is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in South Padre Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in South Padre Island is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average temperature in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

Average pressure in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average pressure in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average wind speed in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.9mph).

Average humidity in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average humidity in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average rainfall in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average rainfall days in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average sea temperature in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average sea temperature in March: 68.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (66.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average sunshine days in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.2 days).

Average UV index in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average UV index in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average cloud cover in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
South Padre Island, TX

Average visibility in March - South Padre Island, TX
  • 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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