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Preston weather in March (Dorset, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Preston usually fare in March? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, Preston typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Preston in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 115 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Preston climate page with graphs.

 

Preston, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 115 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (64 KM, 40 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

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