March weather forecast
Alachua, FL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alachua, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from February's agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). During March nights, Alachua witnesses a consistent average temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

March is the least humid month in Alachua, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Alachua, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alachua, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Alachua is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Alachua, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:48 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 in Alachua is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alachua, Florida, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Alachua?

During March, Alachua experiences an average high-temperature of 74.3°F (23.5°C) and a low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Alachua?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Alachua?

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

How much does it rain in Alachua in March?

In Alachua, Florida, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Alachua?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Alachua?

On the first day of March in Alachua, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Alachua?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alachua is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Alachua?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alachua, Florida, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alachua, FL

Average temperature in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 74.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (63.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Alachua, FL

Average pressure in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Alachua, FL

Average wind speed in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Alachua, FL

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

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

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Average rainfall in March
Alachua, FL

Average rainfall in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in March
Alachua, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alachua, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alachua, FL

Average UV index in March - Alachua, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alachua, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Alachua, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Alachua, FL

Average visibility in March - Alachua, 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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