Berkshire Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in March.

Are you planning a trip a to Berkshire, the United Kingdom in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Berkshire in March

Berkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in Berkshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Reading.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Berkshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colnbrook with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Hungerford with 54 mm (2.1 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Reading.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Reading gets approximately 126 hours of sunlight in March, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Berkshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Berkshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Reading)

Best Places to Visit in Berkshire in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Berkshire.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Berkshire

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Berkshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Berkshire (March)

Precipitation variation in Berkshire (March)

Reading

In March Reading generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
126 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Windsor

In March Windsor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
126 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Newbury

In March Newbury generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
121 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Maidenhead

In March Maidenhead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
126 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Slough

In March Slough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
126 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Berkshire, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Berkshire in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reading 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Windsor 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Newbury 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Maidenhead 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Slough 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bracknell 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Berkshire weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in March?

Berkshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Reading average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Berkshire, the United Kingdom in March?

Average temperatures in Berkshire, the United Kingdom during March range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Reading.

Does Berkshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Berkshire, the United Kingdom. Reading averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Berkshire, the United Kingdom?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Berkshire, the United Kingdom with often unpleasant weather in Reading.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Reading. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Berkshire.

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