Southend-on-Sea weather in March (Essex, United Kingdom)

How does the March weather in Southend-on-Sea compare to other months? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, Southend-on-Sea usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 11°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 5°C.

Precipitation

Southend-on-Sea in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 115 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Southend-on-Sea climate page with graphs.

 

Southend-on-Sea, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 115 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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