Daphne Weather in March (1981–2025)

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March at a Glance in Daphne

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
19.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
12.6°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
16.2°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
139 mm
Avg Humidity
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82%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.9 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.9
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-4.4°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Daphne March Weather Overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Daphne, with average highs near 19.8°C and lows around 12.6°C (mean 16.2°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 139 mm of rainfall and 82% relative humidity across the period.

Daphne March Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Daphne. Across 45 years of records, the warmest March in Daphne was 2020 — when the month averaged 19.8°C — while the coldest was 1983 at 13.3°C. Typical March days reach 19.8°C with nights near 12.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp15.5°C→17.3°C+1.8°C
Max Temp19.1°C→20.9°C+1.8°C
Min Temp12.0°C→13.7°C+1.7°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

13.0°C–14.8°C8 yr (18%)
14.8°C–16.5°C15 yr (33%)
16.5°C–18.3°C18 yr (40%)
18.3°C–20.0°C4 yr (9%)

Daphne March Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

March is about average for rainfall in Daphne, averaging 139 mm of rainfall. The wettest March on record was 2009 with 300 mm, while the driest was 2004 at 16 mm.

Daphne March Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Daphne during March averages 82%. The most humid March was 2020 at 87%, and the least humid was 1981 at 75%.

Daphne March Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

March receives about 4.9 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Daphne. The sunniest March was 2004 at 5.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1995 at 4.3.

Daphne March Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Daphne during March is 2.9 m/s. The windiest March was 1991 at 3.4 m/s, while the calmest were 1990, 2007 and 2015 at 2.5 m/s.

What March Feels Like in Daphne

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How March Ranks in Daphne

🥶4th coolest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️7th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Daphne Weather by Month

Daphne March Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp15.5°C15.6°C16.4°C16.3°C17.7°C+2.2°C
Avg High19.1°C19.2°C20.1°C19.8°C21.2°C+2.1°C
Avg Low11.9°C12.1°C12.7°C12.8°C14.2°C+2.3°C
Avg Rain138 mm174 mm128 mm118 mm135 mm-4 mm

Extreme March Records in Daphne

🔥Warmest March27.4°C2020
🧊Coldest March-2.5°C1996
🌧️Wettest March300 mm2009
🏜️Driest March16 mm2004
🌬️Windiest March3.4 m/s1991

Key Insights for March

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March temperatures in Daphne have risen by about 1.8°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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March has ranged from a record low of -2.5°C (1996) to a record high of 27.4°C (2020).

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Rainfall in March is about average for rainfall, averaging 139 mm, with a wettest year of 300 mm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Daphne?

A good time to visit Daphne

March is a good time to visit Daphne, with days averaging 19.8°C and nights around 12.6°C (mean 16.2°C, cooler than Daphne's yearly average) and higher rainfall. October and May are marginally more temperate, but March still suits most travellers.

See Daphne's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Daphne Weather in March — In Depth

☀️ March climate overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Daphne, with average highs near 19.8°C and lows around 12.6°C (mean 16.2°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 139 mm of rainfall and 82% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in March

March averages 139 mm of rainfall in Daphne, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest March on record saw 300 mm (2009), and the driest just 16 mm (2004). Humidity sits around 82% and average wind speed is 2.9 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.9 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How March has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 1.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.1°C to 20.9°C and overnight lows from 12°C to 13.7°C over the same span.
March Weather in Daphne, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202521.2°C17.6°C13.9°C26.8°C7.5°C108 mm80%3 m/s5.2
202420.6°C17.1°C13.6°C23.6°C5.2°C158 mm84%2.7 m/s4.4
202321.4°C18.0°C14.6°C25.4°C2.2°C99 mm83%3.1 m/s4.7
202220.9°C16.7°C12.6°C24.6°C2.1°C139 mm81%3 m/s5.4
202120.5°C17.1°C13.7°C24.6°C6.9°C230 mm85%2.9 m/s4.6
2020 🔥22.8°C19.8°C16.8°C27.4°C7.2°C74 mm87%2.6 m/s4.8
201918.9°C15.3°C11.6°C22.9°C1.7°C52 mm81%2.9 m/s4.9
201819.9°C16.4°C12.8°C24.3°C6.5°C96 mm79%3.2 m/s5.1
201720.8°C17.5°C14.3°C25.7°C4.2°C78 mm81%3 m/s5.2
201620.9°C18.0°C15.0°C24.6°C5.5°C230 mm85%3 m/s4.4
201521.4°C17.9°C14.4°C25.1°C0.5°C131 mm86%2.5 m/s4.5
201418.0°C14.2°C10.3°C21.5°C2.2°C185 mm83%2.6 m/s4.5
201317.4°C13.4°C9.3°C22.2°C1.3°C25 mm76%3.1 m/s5.5
201222.8°C19.6°C16.5°C25.8°C7.9°C150 mm86%2.6 m/s4.9
201121.0°C17.3°C13.7°C25.6°C5.5°C118 mm83%3 m/s5.2
201017.1°C13.4°C9.7°C22.8°C4.3°C119 mm80%3.1 m/s5.3
2009 🌧️20.3°C16.9°C13.6°C23.5°C2.2°C300 mm82%3 m/s4.8
200819.1°C15.4°C11.6°C22.8°C3.6°C88 mm81%3.3 m/s5.4
200720.9°C17.3°C13.7°C25.8°C3.6°C28 mm79%2.5 m/s5.5
200620.8°C16.9°C12.9°C24.7°C5.6°C18 mm76%3.1 m/s5.6
200518.8°C15.2°C11.6°C24.9°C4.2°C224 mm82%3 m/s4.6
200420.8°C17.2°C13.6°C25.3°C7.1°C16 mm80%2.7 m/s5.8
200320.2°C16.9°C13.6°C25.5°C6.2°C119 mm85%2.6 m/s4.6
200219.3°C15.2°C11.2°C23.8°C-0.4°C145 mm82%3 m/s4.9
200117.9°C14.6°C11.4°C22.1°C5.9°C221 mm80%3.2 m/s4.7
200022.5°C18.3°C14.1°C26.9°C5.6°C121 mm78%2.7 m/s5.2
199919.3°C15.3°C11.4°C22.7°C5.0°C147 mm79%3.2 m/s5.2
199817.8°C14.4°C11.1°C23.5°C-0.5°C232 mm82%3.3 m/s5.1
199721.4°C18.3°C15.2°C24.3°C8.0°C114 mm85%2.7 m/s4.8
199617.3°C13.6°C9.8°C22.2°C-2.5°C209 mm81%3.3 m/s4.8
199519.5°C16.5°C13.5°C24.6°C2.7°C246 mm86%3.3 m/s4.3
199419.5°C15.6°C11.7°C23.9°C4.3°C123 mm83%3 m/s5
199317.5°C14.0°C10.6°C23.3°C-0.7°C188 mm82%3.3 m/s4.8
199219.4°C15.7°C12.1°C23.5°C3.9°C100 mm81%2.9 m/s5
199119.9°C16.5°C13.1°C25.7°C5.3°C162 mm82%3.4 m/s4.7
199019.9°C16.4°C12.9°C24.1°C4.6°C219 mm83%2.5 m/s5
198919.7°C16.1°C12.5°C24.4°C1.9°C119 mm86%2.9 m/s4.6
198818.2°C14.8°C11.5°C23.3°C3.1°C202 mm82%3.1 m/s4.8
198718.6°C15.1°C11.6°C23.4°C3.4°C140 mm82%3 m/s5
198619.4°C15.4°C11.3°C23.5°C1.0°C111 mm77%2.7 m/s5.1
198521.1°C17.8°C14.6°C24.1°C8.1°C138 mm83%2.9 m/s4.9
198418.6°C14.8°C11.0°C23.3°C2.1°C133 mm82%2.8 m/s4.8
1983 ❄️16.9°C13.3°C9.6°C25.0°C1.6°C166 mm82%3.1 m/s—
198220.2°C17.0°C13.8°C26.3°C2.6°C148 mm85%2.6 m/s—
198118.8°C14.8°C10.8°C24.7°C6.0°C87 mm75%3 m/s—

Actual recorded March data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Daphne March Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Daphne in March?▼

The average high in March is around 19.8°C with lows near 12.6°C (mean 16.2°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Daphne in March?▼

March averages 139 mm of rainfall in Daphne, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 300 mm in 2009.

What was the hottest March on record in Daphne?▼

The hottest March reached 27.4°C in 2020. The coldest dipped to -2.5°C in 1996.

Has March in Daphne gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 1.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 19.1°C to 20.9°C and overnight lows from 12°C to 13.7°C over the same span.

Is March a good time to visit Daphne?▼

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Daphne and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 19.8°C daytime highs and 12.6°C at night.

Is March the coldest month in Daphne?▼

Not quite — March is the 4th coolest month in Daphne, averaging 16.2°C.

What should I pack for Daphne in March?▼

For March in Daphne, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 19.8°C and lows of 12.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Daphne humid in March?▼

Relative humidity in March averages 82% — quite humid.

How windy is Daphne in March?▼

Average wind speed in March is 2.9 m/s. The windiest March on record averaged 3.4 m/s (1991).

Which March had the most rainfall in Daphne?▼

The wettest March on record was 2009 with 300 mm. On average, March sees 139 mm.

Where does this March weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Daphne behaves each March, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for March specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.