Lothian Weather in March

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

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Edinburgh Musselburgh Linlithgow North Berwick

Considering a trip to Lothian, the United Kingdom this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Lothian in March

Lothian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in Lothian 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 3°C (37°F) in Edinburgh.

For specific regional insights in Lothian, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Innerwick with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Bathgate with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Edinburgh gets around 116 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Lothian by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Lothian →

Best Places to Visit in Lothian in March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Lothian

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

Temperature range in Lothian (March)

Precipitation variation in Lothian (March)

Edinburgh

In March Edinburgh 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 »
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)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Edinburgh →

Musselburgh

In March Musselburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Musselburgh →

Linlithgow

In March Linlithgow 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 »
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
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Linlithgow →

North Berwick

In March North Berwick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in North Berwick →

Livingston

In March Livingston 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 »
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
81 hours
116 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Livingston →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Musselburgh 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Linlithgow 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)
North Berwick 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Livingston 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Dunbar 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Lothian weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Lothian, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In Edinburgh, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

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

Average temperatures in Lothian, the United Kingdom during March range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Edinburgh.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lothian, the United Kingdom during March, with Edinburgh averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

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

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

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

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