March weather forecast
Longboat Key, FL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Longboat Key, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 74.1°F and 61.5°F.

Temperature

At the onset of March, Longboat Key records an average high-temperature of a warm 74.1°F, showing little deviation from the preceding month. Longboat Key observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 61.5°F during the month of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Longboat Key, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Longboat Key, in March, the average water temperature is 66.7°F.
Note: Swimming in 66.7°F is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F to 59°F.

Daylight

In Longboat Key, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Longboat Key, Florida, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Longboat Key is 8.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Longboat Key, Florida, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Longboat Key?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 74.1°F and 61.5°F respectively.

What are the least humid months in Longboat Key?

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 Longboat Key?

In Longboat Key, Florida, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Longboat Key?

In Longboat Key, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Longboat Key?

In Longboat Key, Florida, the average seawater temperature in March is 66.7°F. For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.7°F 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.

What is the average length of the day in March in Longboat Key?

In Longboat Key, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Longboat Key?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Longboat Key, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:47 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Longboat Key, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Longboat Key have in March?

In Longboat Key, Florida, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Longboat Key?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average temperature in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average pressure in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average wind speed in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average humidity in March - Longboat Key, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average rainfall in March - Longboat Key, 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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Longboat Key, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 66.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.1°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Longboat Key, 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 24min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average UV index in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Longboat Key, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Longboat Key, FL

Average visibility in March - Longboat Key, 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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