Tobermory

Inner Hebrides Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in March.

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Tobermory Bowmore Duntulm

Thinking about venturing to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Inner Hebrides in March

The Inner Hebrides, Scotland is a region in Scotland. March in the Inner Hebrides generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Tobermory.

For a closer look at conditions across the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bowmore with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Tobermory with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Tobermory receives about 86 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in the Inner Hebrides in March

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

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 the Inner Hebrides

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

Temperature range in the Inner Hebrides (March)

Precipitation variation in the Inner Hebrides (March)

Tobermory

In March Tobermory generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
86 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tobermory →

Bowmore

In March Bowmore 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
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bowmore →

Duntulm

In March Duntulm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
93 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Duntulm →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Inner Hebrides, in Scotland.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Inner Hebrides in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tobermory 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Bowmore 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Duntulm 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)

The Inner Hebrides weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in March?

March in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland brings poor weather. In Tobermory, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in March?

Tobermory averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does the Inner Hebrides, Scotland get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland peaks during March. Tobermory averages roughly 161 mm (6.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Tobermory, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Inner Hebrides, Scotland.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide unpleasant weather in Tobermory.

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