West Sussex Weather in March

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

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Chichester Crawley Worthing Horley

Considering a trip to West Sussex, the United Kingdom this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in West Sussex in March

West Sussex, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. March in West Sussex 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 5°C (41°F) in Chichester.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Alfold with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Selsey with 58 mm (2.3 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Chichester usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Explore West Sussex by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in West Sussex - and find the best time to visit. (based on Chichester)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in West Sussex in March

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

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 West Sussex

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

Temperature range in West Sussex (March)

Precipitation variation in West Sussex (March)

Chichester

In March Chichester 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 mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Chichester →

Crawley

In March Crawley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Crawley →

Worthing

In March Worthing generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Worthing →

Horley

In March Horley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Horley →

Bognor Regis

In March Bognor Regis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Bognor Regis →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in West Sussex, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chichester 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Crawley 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Worthing 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Horley 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Bognor Regis 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Littlehampton 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

West Sussex weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in West Sussex, the United Kingdom brings mixed weather. In Chichester, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Chichester peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in March, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

March is on the drier side in West Sussex, the United Kingdom. Chichester averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to West Sussex, the United Kingdom with often mixed weather in Chichester.

On average, the best time to visit West Sussex, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally excellent weather in Chichester. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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