Weather in March in Wales
Planning a getaway to Wales 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 is the weather like in Wales in March?
Wales is a region in the United Kingdom. March in Wales generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C and nighttime temperatures around 5°C in Cardiff. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Wales in March, check out the map below.To explore the conditions in Wales in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cardiff with an average of 76 mm to moderate rainfall in Swansea with 90 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Cardiff, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
The city Cardiff usually sees around 119 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a more detailed look at Wales's conditions throughout the year, check out our Wales climate page.
Where to go in Wales in March
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Wales's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 2 most popular destinations in Wales?
Cardiff
In March Cardiff generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Swansea
In March Swansea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Wales, in the United Kingdom.
Is March the best time to visit Wales?
In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Wales due to the typically unpleasant weather in Cardiff.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Cardiff. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Wales.
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