Weather for Fort Lauderdale in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +26°C during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 13 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 79 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
March is usually the driest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale
Average weather
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+26°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
79 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Lauderdale has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Lauderdale for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +28°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +14°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +28°C.
Is Fort Lauderdale warm or cold in March?
Fort Lauderdale is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +25°C to +26°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°C to +19°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Fort Lauderdale:
Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in March
Water in Fort Lauderdale in March is Comfortable. It varies from +21°C to +26°C, with an average of +23°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +26°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fort Lauderdale are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +22°C.
Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in March?
The water in Fort Lauderdale in March is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Fort Lauderdale in March
Fort Lauderdale weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+25°C
+26°C
+27°C
Min. temperature
+3°C
+2°C
+9°C
Max. temperature
+32°C
+33°C
+35°C
Rainfall
67 mm
79 mm
87 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+22°C
+23°C
+25°C
Humidity
72%
69%
69%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
6
6
6
Cloudy days
9
10
9
Rainy days
13
13
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as good as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +25°C to +26°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 67 mm to 79 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 69%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Fort Lauderdale in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Fort Lauderdale is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Fort Lauderdale based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 44 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Lauderdale wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 53% chance of precipitation and 243 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Fort Lauderdale?
This is the weather in Fort Lauderdale in March 2023:
1 March
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+28°C
2 March
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+29°C
3 March
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+31°C
4 March
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+31°C
5 March
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+31°C
6 March
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+31°C
7 March
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+31°C
8 March
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+30°C
9 March
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+26°C
10 March
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+28°C
11 March
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+30°C
12 March
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+30°C
13 March
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+32°C
14 March
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+27°C
15 March
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+24°C
16 March
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+24°C
17 March
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+26°C
18 March
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+30°C
19 March
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+26°C
20 March
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+23°C
21 March
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+25°C
22 March
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+27°C
23 March
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+27°C
24 March
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+28°C
25 March
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+30°C
26 March
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+30°C
27 March
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+30°C
28 March
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+30°C
29 March
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+29°C
30 March
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+27°C
31 March
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+28°C
In March 2023 Fort Lauderdale had 13 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Fort Lauderdale climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Fort Lauderdale in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+26°C) and the highest in 2023 (+29°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 833 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 3290 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Lauderdale in March:
Is March a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale?
March is a really good time to go to Fort Lauderdale. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Fort Lauderdale.
Can you sunbathe in Fort Lauderdale in March?
March is warm in Fort Lauderdale. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in March?
Yes, the water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in March is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.
Is Fort Lauderdale rainy in March?
Fort Lauderdale is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Fort Lauderdale in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fort Lauderdale in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Lauderdale, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.