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Lancashire Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Lancashire, 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 Lancashire in March

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

Temperatures

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

To explore the conditions in Lancashire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Burscough with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Silverdale with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Blackpool, you can expect around 114 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Lancashire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Lancashire in March

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

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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 Lancashire

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

Temperature range in Lancashire (March)

Precipitation variation in Lancashire (March)

Blackpool

In March Blackpool 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
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
114 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Lytham St Annes

In March Lytham St Annes 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
79 hours
114 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Morecambe

In March Morecambe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
114 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Lancaster

In March Lancaster generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
114 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chorley

In March Chorley 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
71 hours
101 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Blackpool 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Lytham St Annes 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Morecambe 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Lancaster 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Chorley 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Carnforth 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Lancashire weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Lancashire, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Blackpool average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Blackpool averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

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

March is on the drier side in Lancashire, the United Kingdom. Blackpool averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Lancashire, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Blackpool.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Blackpool. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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