Preston weather in March (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Preston in March? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of March in Preston typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Precipitation

Preston in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 114 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Preston, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 114 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 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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