Dartmoor National Park Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Dartmoor National Park, 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 Dartmoor National Park in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Bovey Tracey.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ashburton with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Yelverton with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bovey Tracey receives about 115 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dartmoor National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bovey Tracey)

Best Places to Visit in Dartmoor National Park in March

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

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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 Dartmoor National Park

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

Temperature range in Dartmoor National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in Dartmoor National Park (March)

Bovey Tracey

In March Bovey Tracey generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Moretonhampstead

In March Moretonhampstead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

South Brent

In March South Brent generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
125 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chagford

In March Chagford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
115 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Yelverton

In March Yelverton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
125 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dartmoor National Park in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bovey Tracey 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Moretonhampstead 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
South Brent 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Chagford 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Yelverton 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ashburton 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Dartmoor National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in March?

Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bovey Tracey average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in March?

Bovey Tracey averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Bovey Tracey averages just 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom with often unpleasant weather in Bovey Tracey.

On average, the best time to visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Bovey Tracey. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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