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Salford Weather in March

During March, Salford experiences low daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 80 mm (3.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Salford in March

Typically, about 18 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Salford in March

March in Salford sees highs of 11°C (52°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Salford in March

With about 101 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Salford in March

March has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Salford.

Salford Temperature in March

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
80 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
85% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
101 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Salford in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Salford in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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