Musselburgh Weather in March

During March, Musselburgh experiences low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 69 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Musselburgh in March

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Musselburgh in March

Daytime temperatures in Musselburgh reach 9°C (48°F) in March, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Musselburgh in March

With about 116 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Musselburgh in March

March has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Average water temperature in March

The water sits at 5°C (41°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

March in Musselburgh 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.

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Musselburgh Temperature in March

Min Temperature 3°C (37°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Water Temperature 5°C (41°F) *  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 116 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 30% *  

* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in Musselburgh in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Musselburgh 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. The water temperature sits at about 5°C (41°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Musselburgh 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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• March
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Musselburgh's climate page.

More climate data for Musselburgh

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