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South Shields weather in March (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in South Shields in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, South Shields generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 11°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

South Shields in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 121 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized South Shields climate page with graphs.

 

South Shields, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 121 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in South Shields in March?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

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

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