March weather forecastOcean City, FL
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Ocean City, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C).Temperature
Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Throughout the month of March, Ocean City sees a steady low-temperature average of 56.3°F (13.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Ocean City, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Ocean City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ocean City, snow does not fall in March through December.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C).Note: For most, swimming in 65.1°F (18.4°C) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:05 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
The average sunshine in March is 7.7h.UV index
In Ocean City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 in March translates into these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average high temperature in March: 68.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 56.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Ocean City, FL
- 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
Ocean City, FL
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.85").
Average rainfall days in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average sea temperature in March: 65.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.3°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ocean City, FL
- 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 42min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Ocean City, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Ocean City, FL
- Average cloud cover in March: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Ocean City, 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).
