Are you considering a trip to Fort Myers in March? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +26°C and about 13 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 8 rainy days and 62 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+26°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
62 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Myers has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Fort Myers in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Myers for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in March is +29°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +32°C during the day and a minimum of +10°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 9% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +31°C.
Is Fort Myers warm or cold in March?
Fort Myers is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +24°C to +26°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +15°C to +16°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 Myers:
Water temperature in Fort Myers in March
Water in Fort Myers in March is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +23°C, with an average of +21°C.The air temperature averaging +26°C is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fort Myers are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +19°C.
Can you swim in Fort Myers in March?
Water temperature (+21°C) in Fort Myers in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Fort Myers in March
Fort Myers weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+24°C
+26°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
-1°C
+2°C
+7°C
Max. temperature
+31°C
+33°C
+34°C
Rainfall
51 mm
62 mm
68 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+20°C
+21°C
+24°C
Humidity
73%
71%
70%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
11
13
13
Cloudy days
9
8
6
Rainy days
8
8
9
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 +24°C to +26°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 51 mm to 62 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 11 to 13.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Fort Myers in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Fort Myers is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Fort Myers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 42 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Myers wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Fort Myers?
This is the weather in Fort Myers in March 2023:
1 March
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+29°C
2 March
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+29°C
3 March
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+29°C
4 March
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+30°C
5 March
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+31°C
6 March
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+31°C
7 March
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+30°C
8 March
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+32°C
9 March
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+29°C
10 March
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+28°C
11 March
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+29°C
12 March
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+29°C
13 March
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+29°C
14 March
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+27°C
15 March
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+24°C
16 March
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+27°C
17 March
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+28°C
18 March
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+29°C
19 March
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+25°C
20 March
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+23°C
21 March
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+27°C
22 March
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+30°C
23 March
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+31°C
24 March
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+30°C
25 March
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+31°C
26 March
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+31°C
27 March
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+31°C
28 March
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+31°C
29 March
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+31°C
30 March
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+31°C
31 March
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+31°C
In March 2023 Fort Myers had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 26%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Fort Myers climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Fort Myers in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+27°C) and the highest in 2023 (+30°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 1050 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2546 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Myers in March:
Is March a good time to visit Fort Myers?
March is a really good time to go to Fort Myers. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Fort Myers.
Can you sunbathe in Fort Myers in March?
March is warm in Fort Myers. 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 Myers in March?
In general, you can swim in Fort Myers in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +21°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Fort Myers rainy in March?
Fort Myers 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 Myers in March?
The amount of sunny days in Fort Myers during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Myers, 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.