West Palm Beach in March

In March, West Palm Beach averages 26°C (78°F) during the day and 19°C (67°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 17 days of the month see precipitation (53 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

March offers comfortable temperatures in West Palm Beach, with some rain to plan around.

26°C
Avg high
19°C
Avg low
17
Rain days
53 mm
Rainfall

How March compares to the rest of the year in West Palm Beach

9th
warmest month of the 12
9th
wettest month of the 12
3%
of yearly rainfall falls in March
11 h 59 min
daylight on the 15th

March is in the middle of the year for warmth in West Palm Beach (9th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (9th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (27°C). March runs 1°C warmer than February (25°C) and warms a further 2°C into April (27°C).

March sunrise & sunset in West Palm Beach

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:29 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
7:28 PM
Day length
11 h 59 min

Times shown for West Palm Beach local time (America/New_York), calculated for the 15th of March. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in West Palm Beach — March

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of March, in West Palm Beach's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:29 AM – 7:09 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:09 AM – 8:09 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:48 PM – 7:48 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:48 PM – 8:28 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near West Palm Beach.

📅 When to book — West Palm Beach in March

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on March's tier (Shoulder) and West Palm Beach's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — March in West Palm Beach

Shoulder

West Palm Beach is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — March in West Palm Beach

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.9
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in West Palm Beach — March

25.4°C (78°F)
warm
comfortable for extended swimming

Across the year West Palm Beach's sea swings from 24.9°C (February) to 31°C (August) — March sits at 25.4°C.

West Palm Beach in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 23°C / 73°F 17°C / 62°F 79 mm 16
February 25°C / 76°F 19°C / 66°F 68 mm 16
March 26°C / 78°F 19°C / 67°F 53 mm 17
April 27°C / 81°F 21°C / 70°F 102 mm 21
May 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 73°F 146 mm 23
June 30°C / 85°F 24°C / 76°F 195 mm 28
July 30°C / 87°F 25°C / 78°F 188 mm 30
August 31°C / 87°F 26°C / 78°F 206 mm 30
September 30°C / 85°F 25°C / 77°F 243 mm 28
October 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 74°F 129 mm 23
November 26°C / 79°F 21°C / 70°F 99 mm 20
December 24°C / 76°F 19°C / 66°F 68 mm 17

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is West Palm Beach in March?

In March, West Palm Beach averages a high of 26°C (78°F) and a low of 19°C (67°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in West Palm Beach in March?

March is quite rainy in West Palm Beach, with about 17 rainy days on average.

Is March a good time to visit West Palm Beach?

March is warm but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for West Palm Beach in March?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full March packing list for West Palm Beach for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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