Lanarkshire Weather in March

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

Planning a getaway to Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lanarkshire in March

Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in Lanarkshire generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Lanark.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Carnwath with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Crawfordjohn with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Lanark as an example - it receives around 116 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 Lanarkshire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Lanarkshire in March

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

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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 Lanarkshire

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

Temperature range in Lanarkshire (March)

Precipitation variation in Lanarkshire (March)

Lanark

In March Lanark generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions

East Kilbride

In March East Kilbride generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
106 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Motherwell

In March Motherwell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
106 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Biggar

In March Biggar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hamilton

In March Hamilton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
106 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lanark 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
East Kilbride 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Motherwell 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Biggar 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Hamilton 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Airdrie 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Lanarkshire weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom in March. The popular destination of Lanark averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom during March range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Lanark.

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

March is on the drier side in Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom. Lanark averages only about 94 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Lanarkshire, the United Kingdom due to the typically poor weather in Lanark.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly tolerable weather in Lanark. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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