March weather forecast
Melbourne, FL

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A long pier and sun shed on the Indian River in Melbourne, Florida
A long pier and sun shed on the Indian River in Melbourne, Florida

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Melbourne, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

The introduction of March sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C), hardly deviating from February. During March, Melbourne records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Melbourne is March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Melbourne, during March, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.1 rainfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 73°F (22.8°C).
Note: Your comfort in 73°F (22.8°C) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In Melbourne, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:39 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

In Melbourne, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! Reflections from sand and water can intensify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Melbourne?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Melbourne?

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March in Melbourne?

The average relative humidity in March in Melbourne is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Melbourne?

In March, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in March in Melbourne?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Melbourne, Florida, is 73°F (22.8°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 73°F (22.8°C).

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Melbourne?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Melbourne, Florida, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:39 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Melbourne?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Melbourne, Florida, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Melbourne, FL

Average temperature in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average high temperature in March: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 63.5°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 (58.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Melbourne, FL

Average pressure in March - Melbourne, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Melbourne, FL

Average wind speed in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Melbourne, FL

Average humidity in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Melbourne, FL

Average rainfall in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Melbourne, FL

Average rainfall days in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Melbourne, FL

Average sea temperature in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average sea temperature in March: 73°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Melbourne, FL

Average sunshine days in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Melbourne, FL

Average UV index in March - Melbourne, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in March
Melbourne, FL

Average cloud cover in March - Melbourne, FL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Melbourne, FL

Average visibility in March - Melbourne, 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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