Gretna weather in March (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

Is Gretna a good destination in March, weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Gretna generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 10°C. But by evening, they drop to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Gretna in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 19 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 86 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Gretna. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November 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 Gretna climate page with graphs.

 

Gretna, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 86 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 26% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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