South Yorkshire Weather in March

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

Planning a journey to South Yorkshire, 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 South Yorkshire in March

South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in South Yorkshire 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 3°C (37°F) in Rotherham.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thorne with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Penistone with 68 mm (2.7 in). In Rotherham, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Rotherham receives about 123 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore South Yorkshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Yorkshire - and find the best time to visit. (based on Rotherham)

Best Places to Visit in South Yorkshire in March

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

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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 South Yorkshire

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

Temperature range in South Yorkshire (March)

Precipitation variation in South Yorkshire (March)

Rotherham

In March Rotherham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
123 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Bawtry

In March Bawtry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
119 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Barnsley

In March Barnsley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
123 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chapeltown

In March Chapeltown 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 less favorable 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
79 hours
123 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Mosborough

In March Mosborough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
123 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 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 South Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotherham 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Bawtry 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Barnsley 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Chapeltown 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mosborough 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Penistone 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

South Yorkshire weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in March?

March in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom brings mixed weather. In Rotherham, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in March?

In Rotherham, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom during March, with Rotherham averaging close to 59 mm (2.3 in).

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit South Yorkshire, the United Kingdom due to the typically mixed weather in Rotherham.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly excellent weather in Rotherham. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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