Early spring · Weather & things to do
Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March
Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk warms up: highs climb to 76°F (24°C), from 71°F in February, with lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (73 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What March feels like
Warm afternoons near 76°F (24°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 58°F (15°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.9 in (73 mm).
Plan around March
March is one of Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort slips from 91/100 in February to 88/100.
- Our Tampa 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 clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- 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 Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Ulele
Restaurant and brewery in the 1903 water works building by Ulele Spring, cooking Florida seafood and native ingredients.
Tampa Riverwalk
2.6-mile path along the Hillsborough River through downtown, the free viewing area for the midnight fireworks over the water.
Why now March scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bern's Steak House
South Tampa steakhouse since 1956 with one of the world's largest wine lists and an upstairs dessert room.
Jackson's Bistro
Waterfront restaurant on Harbour Island with a big deck facing downtown, host of a ticketed New Year's Eve party.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 2.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in March
- Downtown St. Petersburg in March~16 mi · highs 76°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in March~63 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in March~81 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in March~151 mi · highs 70°F, 3.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March?
Some: about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.7 in (1441 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), 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).
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Planning Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in March?
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