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St Andrews Weather in March

St Andrews in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 61 mm (2.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in St Andrews in March

Typically around 16 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 61 mm (2.4 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 St Andrews in March

March in St Andrews brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in St Andrews in March

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 118 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

March in St Andrews 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.

St Andrews Temperature in March

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
118 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Dundee, Scotland (17 KM, 10 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 St Andrews in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to St Andrews 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. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in St Andrews 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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