Somerset Weather in March

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

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Planning a getaway to Somerset, 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 Somerset in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Bath.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Winsham with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Lynmouth with 83 mm (3.3 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Bath usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Bath typically sees 113 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Somerset by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March12°C (54°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Somerset in March

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

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 Somerset

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

Temperature range in Somerset (March)

Precipitation variation in Somerset (March)

Bath

In March Bath generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
113 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bath →

Bristol

In March Bristol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
113 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bristol →

Weston-super-Mare

In March Weston-super-Mare 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Weston-super-Mare →

Minehead

In March Minehead 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
119 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Minehead →

Wells

In March Wells generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
113 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Wells →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bath 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Bristol 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Weston-super-Mare 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Minehead 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Wells 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Yeovil 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Somerset weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Somerset, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bath average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Somerset, the United Kingdom during March range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Bath.

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

March is on the drier side in Somerset, the United Kingdom. Bath averages only about 61 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Bath. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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