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Slateford Weather in March

Thinking of visiting Slateford in March? Expect low temperatures reaching 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Slateford in March

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Slateford in March

Daytime temperatures in Slateford reach 10°C (50°F) in March, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Slateford in March

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 116 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Slateford in March

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during March. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in March

The water sits at 5°C (41°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

March in Slateford can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Slateford Temperature in March

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Water Temperature
5°C (41°F) *
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
116 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
30% *
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (8 KM, 5 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 Slateford in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Slateford in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 5°C (41°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Slateford in March

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

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

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