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Buxton Weather in March

During March, Buxton experiences low daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.

Rainfall in Buxton in March

With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers good conditions for outdoor exploration, even if the temperatures are a little cool. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Typically, about 19 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Buxton in March

Daytime highs in Buxton in March reach 10°C (50°F), with nights around 3°C (37°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Buxton in March

The area enjoys a balanced 101 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

March in Buxton can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Buxton Temperature in March

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
101 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Buxton in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Buxton in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Buxton in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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