01Weather
Orlando weather in March
Afternoons in March average 27.0 °C (81 °F) and nights cool to 16.1 °C (61 °F). The month brings about 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain spread over roughly 3 days. Compared with February it is 1.7 °C warmer; April is 1.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 31 °C / 88 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 22 °C / 71 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 11 °C / 51 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 8.2 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 10 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 33.3 °C / 5.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:50 | 18:25 | 11.6 h |
| 15 March | 07:34 | 19:33 | 12.0 h |
| 31 March | 07:16 | 19:42 | 12.4 h |
Daylight grows by about 48 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Orlando is in March
very busy The main sights are very busy in March. What drives it:
- spring break all month
- Epcot Flower and Garden Festival
- Easter can fall in March
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
No public holidays in United States fall in March, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Orlando in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Epcot Flower and Garden Festival | March to June | festival |
07Packing
What to pack for Orlando in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- something for heat: 8 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March is spring-break month, with colleges and schools rotating through all month, the Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot opening in the first week and warm, mostly dry weather with afternoons around 26 °C. Lines are long and resort prices high, with Easter adding another layer when it falls in March. Water parks reopen fully. Rain falls on about six days.
Universal's Mardi Gras continues with weekend parades. Baseball spring training brings fans to the Braves' and Tigers' camps nearby. Afternoon highs reach the high twenties by month-end. The Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios hit the year's longest waits in the final two weeks. For warm, dry weather with the crowds easing after Easter, see April.
09Compare
Orlando month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22 °C | 11 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| February | 25 °C | 15 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| March | 27 °C | 16 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 29 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 32 °C | 22 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 33 °C | 24 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| August | 33 °C | 25 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| September | 32 °C | 24 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| October | 29 °C | 21 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 23 °C | 14 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Orlando.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in March | 28 °C | 4 |
| Cancún in March | 29 °C | – |
| New York City in March | 11 °C | 8 |
| Toronto in March | 6 °C | 8 |
| Las Vegas in March | 21 °C | 1 |
| Los Angeles in March | 19 °C | 1 |
11FAQ
Orlando in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Orlando?
March is a good month to visit Orlando. Daytime highs average 27 °C (81 °F), rain falls on about 3 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in Orlando in March?
Expect warm days around 27 °C (81 °F) and nights near 16 °C (61 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 31 °C, and one in ten stays below 22 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Orlando in March?
March brings about 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain over roughly 3 days, which is dry by Orlando standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 10 percent.
What should I wear in Orlando in March?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Orlando crowded in March?
The main sights are very busy in March. Main drivers: spring break all month; Epcot Flower and Garden Festival; Easter can fall in March.
What time does it get dark in Orlando in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 19:33 and rises at 07:34, giving 12.0 hours of daylight.