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Colchester weather in March (Essex, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Colchester usually fare in March? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In March, Colchester typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 11°C. At night, they generally drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Colchester in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 115 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Colchester climate page with graphs.

 

Colchester, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 46 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 115 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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