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Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March
Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank warms up: highs climb to 73°F (23°C), from 67°F in February, with lows of 51°F (10°C) and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (82 mm).
Plan around March
March is one of Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 73°F, up from 67°F in February.
- Comfort improves from 84/100 in February to 88/100.
- Our Jacksonville New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 51°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
St. Johns River New Year's Eve fireworks
The city's free midnight fireworks over the St. Johns, launched near the Main Street Bridge and the Shipyards.
Why now March scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cowford Chophouse
Steakhouse in the restored 1902 Bostwick Building on Bay Street, with a rooftop bar over the river.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Southbank Riverwalk
Boardwalk along the south bank of the St. Johns with a straight-on view of the downtown skyline and Main Street Bridge.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Taverna
Mediterranean and Italian restaurant on San Marco Square, with wood-fired dishes and a long wine list.
Nearby in March
- Jacksonville Beach in March~16 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in March~27 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in March~36 mi · highs 70°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in March~121 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, 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.
Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 51°F (10°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.6 in (1286 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 51°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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