Merseyside Weather in March

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

Planning a journey to Merseyside, 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 Merseyside in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Liverpool.

For a closer look at conditions across Merseyside, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hale with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Southport with 85 mm (3.3 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Liverpool typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Liverpool, you can expect around 106 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 Merseyside by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Merseyside in March

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

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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 Merseyside

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

Temperature range in Merseyside (March)

Precipitation variation in Merseyside (March)

Liverpool

In March Liverpool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
106 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Southport

In March Southport 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)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
114 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Birkenhead

In March Birkenhead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
106 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Wallasey

In March Wallasey 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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
106 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Hale

In March Hale 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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
106 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Liverpool 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Southport 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Birkenhead 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Wallasey 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Hale 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Haydock 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Merseyside weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Merseyside, the United Kingdom generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Liverpool sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

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

In Liverpool, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

Not particularly. Liverpool averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Merseyside, the United Kingdom.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Merseyside, the United Kingdom due to the typically unpleasant weather in Liverpool.

On average, the best time to visit Merseyside, the United Kingdom is in July with generally perfect weather in Liverpool. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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