Harrogate weather in March (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Harrogate in March? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In March, Harrogate usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 10°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Harrogate in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 86 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Harrogate. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Harrogate, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 86 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

Data from: Leeds, the United Kingdom (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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