West Midlands Weather in March

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

Planning a getaway to the West Midlands, 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 the West Midlands in March

The West Midlands, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in the West Midlands 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 Birmingham.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coventry with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Wolverhampton with 57 mm (2.2 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Birmingham, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Birmingham as an example - it receives around 103 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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

Best Places to Visit in the West Midlands in March

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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 the West Midlands

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

Temperature range in the West Midlands (March)

Precipitation variation in the West Midlands (March)

Birmingham

In March Birmingham 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 unpleasant 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
60 hours
103 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Coventry

In March Coventry 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 unpleasant 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
86 hours
118 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Solihull

In March Solihull 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 unpleasant 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
60 hours
103 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Walsall

In March Walsall 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 unpleasant 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
67 hours
99 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Dudley

In March Dudley 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 unpleasant 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
67 hours
99 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 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 the West Midlands, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the West Midlands in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Birmingham 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Coventry 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Solihull 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Walsall 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Dudley 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Sutton Coldfield 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

The West Midlands weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the West Midlands, the United Kingdom in March?

the West Midlands, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Birmingham average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the West Midlands, the United Kingdom in March?

Birmingham averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Not particularly. Birmingham averages just 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for the West Midlands, the United Kingdom.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Birmingham. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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