Durham weather in March (Durham, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Durham this March? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During March, Durham usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 10°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 3°C.

Precipitation

Durham in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 121 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Durham. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Durham, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 121 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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