Early spring · Weather & things to do
St. Augustine in March
St. Augustine warms up: highs climb to 70°F (21°C), from 66°F in February, with lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (85 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 59°F (15°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (85 mm).
Plan around March
March is one of St. Augustine's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 66°F in February.
- Comfort holds steady from February (86 → 88/100).
- Our St. Augustine & Amelia Island route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 70°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- 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 St. Augustine in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Castillo de San Marcos
Spanish coquina-stone fort completed in 1695, the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States, on Matanzas Bay.
Nights of Lights at Plaza de la Constitucion
The town's central plaza, laid out in 1573, is the heart of Nights of Lights, with the oaks and gazebo strung in white lights.
Why now March scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
St. Augustine Distillery
Craft distillery in a restored 1907 ice plant, with free guided tours, tastings and a cocktail bar upstairs.
Columbia Restaurant
St. Augustine branch of Florida's oldest restaurant family, serving Spanish and Cuban dishes on St. George Street since 1983.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
St. George Street
Pedestrian street through the colonial quarter, lined with shops, cafes and reconstructed Spanish houses.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Jacksonville Beach in March~28 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in March~36 mi · highs 73°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in March~54 mi · highs 67°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Winter Park in March~90 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
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.
St. Augustine in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit St. Augustine?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain.
How hot is St. Augustine in March?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in St. Augustine in March?
Some: about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.9 in (1370 mm).
What should I pack for St. Augustine in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 70°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), 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 St. Augustine in March?
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