Isle of Lewis Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Isle of Lewis, 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 Isle of Lewis in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Barvas.

For specific regional insights in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 98 mm (3.9 in) in Barvas.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Barvas as an example - it receives around 100 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 Isle of Lewis by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Lewis — and find the best time to visit. (based on Barvas)

Best Places to Visit in Isle of Lewis in March

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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 Isle of Lewis

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

Temperature range in Isle of Lewis (March)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Lewis (March)

Barvas

In March Barvas 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
59 hours
100 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Stornoway

In March Stornoway 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
59 hours
100 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Lewis in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barvas 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Stornoway 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Isle of Lewis weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in March?

Expect poor weather across Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in March. The popular destination of Barvas averages 10°C (50°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in March?

Daytime temperatures in Barvas peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in March, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

March is on the drier side in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom. Barvas averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Barvas.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is in May, June and July with generally tolerable weather in Barvas. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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