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    Typical March conditions on the Fort Myers coast

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    Fort Myers Weather in March

    80°F / 59°F · 2.6" rain · 70°F Gulf

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    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    March climate at a glance

    Average high

    80°F

    Average low

    59°F

    Gulf water

    70°F

    Rainfall

    2.6"

    Rainy days

    5

    Sunny days

    23

    UV index

    8

    Dew point

    57°F

    Tropical risk

    None

    Sunrise

    7:38 AM

    Sunset

    7:33 PM

    Daylight

    12 hrs

    Temperature and rainfall figures are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Fort Myers / Page Field station. Gulf water temperatures are nearshore averages; sunrise, sunset and daylight are mid-month values for 26.64°N, 81.87°W.

    How the rain actually falls in March

    Occasional frontal squall lines, usually clearing within a few hours.

    What to wear in Fort Myers in March

    Full beach kit; a light layer only for early mornings and boat trips.

    Can you swim in March?

    Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 70°F in March — brisk for most visitors. Shallow nearshore flats run several degrees warmer than the offshore reading by mid-afternoon.

    Hurricane and storm risk in March

    Named-storm risk in March is none. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the climatological peak around September 10. Outside those months, tropical impact on Fort Myers is effectively nil.

    March weather records

    Fort Myers March temperature and precipitation summary
    MeasureValue
    Average high80°F
    Average low59°F
    Record high (Page Field)94°F
    Record low (Page Field)32°F
    Average rainfall2.6 in
    Rainy days5
    Mostly sunny days23
    Average afternoon dew point57°F
    Peak UV index8
    Gulf water temperature70°F
    HumidityLow
    Named-storm riskNone

    Planning a trip in March?

    Our March trip guide covers crowds, hotel pricing, events and whether the month is worth booking — not just the weather.

    Read the full Fort Myers in March guide

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the weather like in Fort Myers in March?

    Fort Myers weather in March averages 80°F highs and 59°F lows with 2.6 inches of rain and 70°F Gulf water — warm, dry and the sunniest month of the year.

    How hot does it get in Fort Myers in March?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 80°F in March, with an average low of 59°F. The record high for the month at Page Field is 94°F and the record low is 32°F.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in March?

    March averages 2.6 inches of rain across about 5 days. Occasional frontal squall lines, usually clearing within a few hours.

    How warm is the Gulf water in Fort Myers in March?

    Nearshore Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 70°F in March — brisk for swimming.

    What should I wear in Fort Myers in March?

    Full beach kit; a light layer only for early mornings and boat trips.

    What time does the sun set in Fort Myers in March?

    Mid-March sunset in Fort Myers is around 7:33 PM, with sunrise at 7:38 AM and roughly 12 hours of daylight.

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