Weather in March in The United Kingdom
Considering a trip to the United Kingdom this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the United Kingdom in March?
March in the United Kingdom generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Inverey to 12°C in Peterborough. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Peterborough and -1°C in Inverey.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Basildon with an average of 44 mm to heavy rainfall in Arisaig with 192 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in London usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
The city London usually sees around 126 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a closer look at March's conditions in the United Kingdom, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the United Kingdom's yearly weather, check out our the United Kingdom climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in the United Kingdom?
London
In March London generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Edinburgh
In March Edinburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Blackpool
In March Blackpool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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York
In March York generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Torquay
In March Torquay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the United Kingdom.
Is March the best time to visit the United Kingdom?
In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to the United Kingdom with often unpleasant weather in London.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in London. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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