Early spring · Weather & things to do
Beaufort in March
Beaufort warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 61°F in February, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 87/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (83 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March is one of Beaufort's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March – May and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in February to 87/100.
- March sits inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 52°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beaufort in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now March scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Riverfront lawns and swings facing the Beaufort River and Woods Memorial Bridge.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Penn Center
Former school for freed people on St. Helena Island, core of Gullah history.
Hunting Island State Park
Wild beach, maritime forest and a climbable 1875 lighthouse.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fishcamp on 11th Street
Dockside bar and seafood spot on Battery Creek in Port Royal.
Nearby in March
- Savannah in March~35 mi · highs 69°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Charleston in March~49 mi · highs 67°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in March~130 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in March~154 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beaufort in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Beaufort?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
How hot is Beaufort in March?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in March?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 52°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in March
- Charleston & Savannah Mar – May
Planning Beaufort in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.