Exmoor National Park Weather in March

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

Planning a journey to Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Exmoor National Park in March

Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in Exmoor National Park generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During March, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Lynton.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dulverton with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Lynmouth with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Lynton as an example - it receives around 119 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Exmoor National Park by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Exmoor National Park in March

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

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

Temperature range in Exmoor National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in Exmoor National Park (March)

Lynton

In March Lynton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Porlock

In March Porlock generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Exford

In March Exford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lynmouth

In March Lynmouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Wheddon Cross

In March Wheddon Cross generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lynton 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Porlock 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Exford 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Lynmouth 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Wheddon Cross 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Dulverton 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Exmoor National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Lynton sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

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

Average temperatures in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom during March range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Lynton.

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

March is on the drier side in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom. Lynton averages only about 83 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom due to the typically poor weather in Lynton.

On average, the best time to visit Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is in July with generally pleasant weather in Lynton. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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