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Southampton Weather in March

During March, Southampton experiences low daytime temperatures of 2°C (36°F) and cooler nights around -5°C (23°F). As the driest month of the year, and part of the winter season, snow/rainfall is at its lowest.

Rainfall in Southampton in March

This is the driest month of the year, though the temperatures are on the cooler side. Typically around 11 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Southampton in March

Daytime highs in Southampton in March reach 2°C (36°F), with nights around -5°C (23°F). March is part of winter. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. At -5°C (23°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Southampton.

Southampton Temperature in March

Min Temperature
-5°C (23°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days

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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 Southampton in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Southampton 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.

What To Do in Southampton in March

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

  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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