March weather forecastDauphin Island, AL
March
Weather in March
March ushers in the spring season in Dauphin Island and marks a considerable transition in weather. An average high temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) signifies the warmer trend. March's daylight extends to an average of 12 hours, symbolizing the changing of seasons. Despite the rising temperatures and increasing sunlight hours, the conditions remain overcast for a significant part of the month. Dauphin Island weather in March remains predictably unpredictable, bearing the hallmark of spring's volatile nature.Temperature
With the onset of March, Dauphin Island's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) in February to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). During March, Dauphin Island experiences an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.Humidity
In Dauphin Island, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Dauphin Island, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 45.94" (1167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Dauphin Island, in March, the average water temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C).Note: Swimming in 63.3°F (17.4°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:10 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 7.8h.UV index
In Dauphin Island, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in March translates into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average high temperature in March: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 56.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average snowfall in March: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average sea temperature in March: 63.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.7°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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 and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average cloud cover in March: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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).
