March weather forecast
Longboat Key, FL

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a warm month in Longboat Key, Florida, with an average temperature varying between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in February - a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). In Longboat Key, the average low-temperature is 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 March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Longboat Key, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Longboat Key, Florida, the average seawater temperature in March is 66.7°F (19.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 66.7°F (19.3°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 Longboat Key, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
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 March, 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 is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Longboat Key is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun 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. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Longboat Key?

In March, in Longboat Key, the average high-temperature 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 in Longboat Key?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Longboat Key?

In March, the average relative humidity in Longboat Key, Florida, 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" (32mm) 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 (19.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°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 Longboat Key have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

What time 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, Florida, 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, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Longboat Key is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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